Fact: Since the late 1990s, the population of the species has plummeted 87%. Most folks have become aware of the tragic status of bumbles, now on the Endangered Species list. Their number has been dropping significantly and considering the amount of pollinating and...
You can still plant cool-hardy veggies like spinach, lettuce, onions, cauliflower, carrots, broccoli, garlic, asparagus, potatoes, strawberries and lots, lots more. And now that our frost-free date has passed, you can plant more tender veggies like tomatoes, peppers,...
The beauty, the aroma, even the taste of savory HERBS can be added to any existing garden - don't feel like they need a big space all their own! Pop a few herbs into the ground next to almost any flower or plant in your garden - or between veggies - and you'll be...
One of the keys to a beautiful lawn is eliminating weeds - do it now before they go to seed and create an even bigger problem! Fertilome Weed Out Pro is our favorite choice, mainly because it's a real multi-tasker! Kill weeds, prevents crabgrass and stops lots of...
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...
When you are planting all those gorgeous new trees and shrubs you pick up here at EJC this month, remember these simple steps and products to make your new landscape addition thrive! We will do everything we can on our end to protect your investment and make your...
Adding a container water garden to your deck, porch or landscape is a decision you'll never regret! Make this the year you finally do it, and to make sure you do it right, start here at EJC with in our Water Garden Department. We have everything you'll need,...
(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....
Actually it's not much of a dilemma - mulch is almost ALWAYS a good idea! It helps retain moisture during dry spells, provides protection, plus it gives your garden and landscape a neat, cared-for appearance that has great curb appeal. Here's a list of the mulches...
Whether you're growing flowers or vegetables, raised bed gardening is a terrific option that scads of people are taking of advantage of these days! Naturally, EJC has everything you need to make your raised garden a success! Big rows of vegetables are just not an...
Pruning is one of the most important steps in maintaining not only the size of a particular tree, shrub, or groundcover, but also its general appearance, health, and performance. Remember you can call or come by any time to talk to our pros about you should prune...
(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 Plant Grass Seed NOW (unless you have already put down a...
If you have not yet fed the trees and shrubs in your landscape, do so now if you want to see some great growth this spring! Here are our suggestions for which ones to feed and what to feed them. Often fertilizing is associated with making something grow faster but it...
Last month we encouraged you to add Forsythia and Azalea to your spring landscape pallet of colors. By popular demand, now we are focusing on the azalea alone and the amazing color show it will present in your landscape for decades to come! Nothing puts on a more...
No problem! This is lawn care month, and that means filling in the bare spots, fertilizing, treating for weeds and lots more! Let's start with the RIGHT way to mow in the spring! Time it so that you are only removing about one third of the total blade growth each...
(Or front yard, for that matter) This month, you can safely plant the ingredients for a delicious, healthy salad right in your own yard - or container! Not only is it fun and rewarding, but it's a lot cheaper than buying everything at the grocery too! Lettuce -...
Lawns Plant Grass Seed NOW (unless you have already put down a spring pre-emergent weed preventer. This will prevent grass from germinating and sprouting)If you have already put down a pre-emergent, you will need to wait at least 3 months before putting down grass...
A Pre-Emergent applied now will stop weeds like crabgrass and goosegrass before they take hold in your lawn grass! Let's talk about what to use and how to use it... Our top picks for pre-emergent weed killers include Hi-Yield Weed and Grass Stopper, which designed...
Late March is the ideal time for planting strawberries for a sweet juicy harvest! Strawberries should be planted late this month to give them time to become well established before summer sets in. Keep in mind they need full sun in order to thrive, and do especially...
While you're waiting for your spring blooming perennials, go ahead and deliver a shot of color to your landscape with cold hardy annuals. Even though all of these are cold hardy, keep a sheet or frost blanket on hand to cover them, just in case the temps fall below 20...
Why not plant some colorful summer blooming perennials to put on a show for you, this year and for years to come?! Here are some favorites you'll find in the Evergreen of Johnson City greenhouses right now. (When you plant, add some Fertilome Rooting & Blooming...
Cold weather veggie plants are ready to go in the ground (or container) right now. It's their nature to not only withstand the cold, but become even tastier due to it! Find out which veggies you can and should plant today, whether you're putting a few in a container...
