Timing is everything, and for flowering shrubs and small flowering trees in particular, EARLY fall is the best time for planting! Larger, non-blooming trees and shrubs can be planted any time in the autumn, but these early months (September-October) are much better for these smaller bloomers. If planted now (early fall) they will have ample […]
Hydrangea are as traditional to Southern summers as sweet tea and lake swimmin’! And nobody likes Southern traditions more than we do here at Evergreen of Johnson City! Our selection of strong healthy hydrangea ready to be planted is HUGE, and the ideal time of year to plant them is RIGHT NOW! EJC divides these […]
Lacebugs may sound pretty but they are nothing but trouble – and, boy, do they LOVE azaleas! And since azaleas are so popular in our area, we wanted to let you know how and when to start the attack on Lacebugs. And we’re sure you are not surprised to know NOW is the time! While […]
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, allowing the roots to draw from it even on the […]
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 all those gorgeous trees and shrubs […]
Successfully growing roses in our area is easy when you have advice from experts – and you do! Our staff of experts has lived and gardened in Upper East TN and SW VA for more decades than we can count. If you can learn it from a book, we know it. Just as important, if […]
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 at Evergreen of Johnson City has prepared a menu of […]
March winds are predicted to be extra crazy this year, which is great for kite flying but NOT so great for newly planted trees! Even trees planted as long ago as last Fall can still fall victim to strong March winds, bending and even breaking when caught in their often-fierce gusts. Here is an easy […]
The earlier the better when pruning Deciduous trees and shrubs, so do it now! Winter is the best and least stressful time for any structural pruning and larger cuts that may be required, to remove any dead, damaged, or weak branches. Avoid topping your trees as this can cause a much weaker, short-lived tree in […]
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 ground is not […]
