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Stop Weeds Before They Start

Stop Weeds Before They Start

A Guide to Weed Prevention in Northeast Tennessee As spring approaches, gardeners and homeowners in Northeast Tennessee start preparing their lawns and gardens for a season of vibrant growth. However, unwanted weeds can quickly take over, stealing nutrients from your...

Prep for Spring 2025: 5 Vital Tasks for a Thriving Garden

Prep for Spring 2025: 5 Vital Tasks for a Thriving Garden

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your garden, improve soil health, and introduce vibrant new plants. A well-prepared garden ensures strong growth, abundant blooms, and a lush landscape all year long. With high-quality gardening supplies and expert guidance from...

How Your Local Garden Center Supports Pollinator Conservation

How Your Local Garden Center Supports Pollinator Conservation

Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators play an essential role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. These vital creatures ensure the reproduction of flowering plants and contribute to global food production. However, habitat loss, pesticide use, and...

8 Early Blooming Pollinator Plants Perfect for Late Winter

8 Early Blooming Pollinator Plants Perfect for Late Winter

As the cold grip of winter begins to loosen, pollinators emerge in search of food. Late winter can be a challenging time for bees and other beneficial insects, as nectar and pollen sources are scarce. Adding early blooming pollinator plants to your garden ensures...

Top 10 Perennial Plants for a Low-Maintenance Garden

Top 10 Perennial Plants for a Low-Maintenance Garden

The only thing better than a vibrant landscape is one that requires minimal work to keep alive. That’s why low-maintenance gardening has become a popular trend for those who desire beauty without the constant upkeep. Enter perennial plants, the ultimate solution for...

Annual vs. Perennial Plants: Which is Best for Your Garden?

Annual vs. Perennial Plants: Which is Best for Your Garden?

Choosing the right plants for your garden can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with many decisions. One of the most important is choosing between annual or perennial plants. Each type has its benefits, and the right option for your garden depends on your...

10 Perfect Houseplants & Herbs for Cooking & Aromatherapy

10 Perfect Houseplants & Herbs for Cooking & Aromatherapy

Houseplants have always been a beloved part of home decor that invites a touch of nature indoors. However, their benefits extend far beyond aesthetics. Functional houseplants can enhance your culinary creations and provide natural aromatherapy. In this guide, your...

Greenhouse Gardening for Beginners: Everything to Know

Greenhouse Gardening for Beginners: Everything to Know

Welcome to the world of greenhouse gardening! Whether you're a seasoned horticulturist looking to expand your horizons or a beginner eager to cultivate your own oasis, a greenhouse offers endless possibilities. In this article, the gardening experts at Evergreen of...

Star in Your Own Cooking Show

Star in Your Own Cooking Show

Picture this - you bustling in the kitchen, whipping up a culinary master piece, topped off with fresh herbs snipped from your pretty indoor garden.  The great news is - you can grow certain herbs in your very own kitchen so c'mon and make it happen! Our greenhouses...

November Gardening Calendar

November Gardening Calendar

(Note: Some tasks from last month can carry over into this month due to the closeness in the season. If you have already performed any of these tasks, enjoy the feeling of having that task complete!) LAWNS Apply step 4 Fertilome Winterizer. Click here for a link to...

Bearded Iris

Bearded Iris

We see why the Bearded Iris is Tennessee's official state flower and now is the ideal time to plant the gorgeous bearded Iris to give it plenty of time to settle in before winter. These stately beauties will add elegance to your landscape for years to come, so plant...

Summer Color Selections in the Landscape

Summer Color Selections in the Landscape

Beautiful summer color goes beyond just summer flowers. You can incorporate summer blooming shrubs for beautiful color year after year. Check out some of these great choices for long time summer color in the landscape. Roses: Landscape roses have surged in popularity...

June Gardening Calendar

June Gardening Calendar

(Note: Some tasks from last month can carry over into this month due to the closeness in the season. If you have already performed any of these tasks, enjoy the feeling of having that task complete!) LAWNS You can still put down Step 2 of Evergreen’s 4-Step Lawn Care...

Fabulous Roses for a Lifetime of Color

Fabulous Roses for a Lifetime of Color

Evergreen’s large shipment of 3 gallon sized roses have now arrived. The popular Hybrid Tea, Floribunda, Grandiflora, Climbing and other types of shrub roses are all now here. Choose early while supplies and a strong selection is available. Easy-Care Knock Out Roses...

May Gardening Calendar

May Gardening Calendar

(Note: Some tasks from last month can carry over into this month due to the closeness in the season. If you have already performed any of these tasks, enjoy the feeling of having that task complete!) LAWNS An important note about seeding & weeding of the lawn....

New Mulch Options

New Mulch Options

Sometimes a truckload of mulch is just what you need - and we have that!  But often bagged mulch is more in keeping with your needs, and Evergreen of Johnson City has recently added some new bagged mulch options we think you'll like. We are now offering fragrant Cedar...

Keep Your Bloomers Blooming

Keep Your Bloomers Blooming

Your annual and perennial flowers provide the biggest part of your summer color.  And sometimes, even though you are watering them correctly and on time, they are just not blooming the way you think they should!  Here are some tips for encouraging more and  better...

So Long Slippery, Slimy Slugs, & Snails

So Long Slippery, Slimy Slugs, & Snails

  Snails and slugs - blech.  They are an inevitable sight in May but the GOOD news is that you can - and should - put a stop to them.  They are determined little buggers but this is a war you can win - and we've got the weapon to ensure your victory! They're not...

Take a Stroll with Us

Take a Stroll with Us

Need a break from being a Mall walker? Become an EJC walker! If you're looking for a little exercise, how about a stroll around our greenhouse a few times!  Our walkways are concrete, wide enough if you need a walker, and we even have wheelchairs if you need more...

Evergreen Favorite – Element Tree Candles

Evergreen Favorite – Element Tree Candles

Our favorite candles are about to become YOUR favorite candles! A welcoming scent makes time spend indoors a time of relaxation, especially during winter. Evergreen of Johnson City is now offering premium Lotion Candles from Element Tree Essentials to light up your...