So what's NOT great about Perennials? Hm. Sorry. We can't think of a single thing! Great value, easy to grow, amazing selection, and each year they return on their own, bigger and better. And if you come to our greenhouses right now, you'll find a big selection of...
It's a waterfall of dark green fronds, from which bright colorful flowers burst forth into a colorful array of flowers. It's the Daylily, it's gorgeous and it's classically Southern! A Southern landscape without daylilies? Perish the thought! They are beautiful...
Most folks think of using mulch in winter to help protect plants, shrubs, trees and more from freezing temps. But mulch is also a summertime essential, working to help everything survive the summer heat unscathed! A layer of mulch will help the soil retain water,...
You're not just planting a new tree or shrub, you know. You're adding to your landscape family of beauty! Okay, okay, we get carried away sometimes, but we LOVE our trees and shrubs and get excited when we adopt them out to families like yours! When you are planting...
Everything in your landscape and gardens is waking up this month, sensing that Spring is just around the corner. And just like you and me, everything is waking up hungry! With generations of experience in the unique growing atmosphere of East Tennessee, our team here...
That's right - as is the norm around here, February and even March are no strangers to hard freezes and frosty weather. So keeping a few supplies on hand to help your plants and flowers fend off the cold is pretty smart. We have lots of ways to provide that...
Perennials - also known as forever flowers, since they return to your garden year after year on their own - should be planted ASAP if you are starting them from seed. And you should! What could be prettier than a garden full of colorful perennials - easy to plant,...
Winter time is a terrific time to plant trees, shrubs and many perennials! Adding new trees and shrubs to your landscape this month – or any time this winter – is smarter than you may know – it benefits the tree/shrub itself, and is easier for you too. As long as the...
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Plant it, and done! Sit back and enjoy years and years of gorgeous blooms and fascinating foliage - what a payoff for very little effort! Here at Evergreen of Johnson City we have thousands of perennial plants to choose from and a special group of favorites has been...
There are certain specific steps our experts here at EJC take to ensure a successful planting! Whether it is trees, shrubs or perennials or all of the above, some particular soil additives and a few expert tips can really make a difference when it comes to helping...
A landscape full of color and life all year long – one that welcomes you home and brings a smile to your face the moment you pull in the driveway – sigh. Who wouldn't want that?! At Evergreen of Johnson City our goal is to help you create that atmosphere at YOUR home....
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...
It's one of the most popular ornamental grasses in our area for landscaping borders, gardens, or almost anywhere! For this touch perennial, early spring care is crucial... Cutting back of Monkey Grass (“Liriope”) is a must in early spring and is often overlooked by...
Ah, perennials! For beauty and value, they can't be beat! Take advantage of this perfect planting season and pop some perennials in the ground this month. By spring and summer, they'll be ready to show off their gorgeous colors and then return again and again for...
With inevitable dry spells ahead of us during the hot summer months, you may choose to water your lawn grass. And for newly planted (2 years) trees, shrubs and perennials there is no choice - you MUST water sufficiently in order for them to thrive. As with most...
If you love color, variety AND value (and who doesn't?!), then perennials are for you! Whether used as a groundcover, a lovely foliage plant for a shady area, a vibrant accent plant in the landscape or a whole garden of perennials of different colors and heights, the...
This month, we excited to tell you about the amazing (Hellebrous) Lenten Rose! The name originates from the fact that they often bloom early, right around the Christian season of Lent. The gorgeous blooms will elicit lots of Oooh's and Aaah's this month and next - and...
Like many plants, ornamental grasses come alive with beauty and color in the spring and summer - but don't overlook what they can add to your landscape in the fall and winter months too! Many grasses, once they enter the dormant season, still add interest and movement...
Fall is time to plant what? How about ALMOST ANYTHING?! It is widely accepted throughout the horticultural industry that Fall is the BEST time of the year to plant perennials, trees, shrubs, many herbs, & more! What is it that makes Autumn the ideal season for...
There are three main reasons gardeners choose to add perennials to their landscape. The incredible variety! No one else offers the amazing selection of perennials that you'll find there at Evergreen of Johnson City. Powerful colors, fancy foliage, shade-lovers,...
