Choose the right spot
Consider sun, drainage, water needs, and the plant’s mature size. Bring those details to our tree and shrub team.
A LITTLE KNOW-HOW GOES A LONG WAY
You don’t have to
grow it alone.
Good plants are the beginning. Knowing what to do next makes all the difference. Here’s a little guidance for growing in East Tennessee.
IN THE FALL GARDEN
A season for color.
And for roots.
Cooler weather opens up new possibilities. Look for chrysanthemums, pansies, and violas for seasonal color, and consider planting trees and shrubs while roots have time to settle in before summer.
Explore seasonal possibilitiesA FEW THINGS TO THINK ABOUT
01Chrysanthemums & cool-season color
02Pansies, violas & panolas
03Trees & shrubs
04Seeds & bulbs
Availability changes with the season. Call for specific plants.
IN THE WINTER GARDEN
Bring a little
green inside.
When the garden slows down, a windowsill can be a good place to begin. Explore houseplants and succulents, then look ahead to forced bulbs, early vegetables, and herbs as the next season approaches.
Explore seasonal possibilitiesA FEW THINGS TO THINK ABOUT
01Houseplants & succulents
02Holiday poinsettias in season
03Forced bulbs
04Early vegetables & herbs
Availability changes with the season. Call for specific plants.
IN THE SPRING GARDEN
A fresh start.
So many possibilities.
The garden comes back to life. Explore roses, perennials, flowering shrubs, annuals, and seeds, and ask our team what will work in your light and soil.
Explore seasonal possibilitiesA FEW THINGS TO THINK ABOUT
01Roses & perennials
02Hydrangeas & flowering shrubs
03Annuals & porch pots
04Seeds, vegetables & herbs
Availability changes with the season. Call for specific plants.
IN THE SUMMER GARDEN
Keep the color.
Enjoy the growing.
Make the most of warm days with flowering perennials, summer annuals, and herbs. Ask our team about watering, light, and helping new plants settle into an East Tennessee summer.
Explore seasonal possibilitiesA FEW THINGS TO THINK ABOUT
01Perennials & summer annuals
02Houseplants & succulents
03Herbs
04Soils & garden supplies
Availability changes with the season. Call for specific plants.
TREE & SHRUB BASICS
Give new roots
a strong start.
Match the plant to the place, plant thoughtfully, and keep an eye on it while its roots establish.
Plant with care
Water first. Dig a hole two to three times the root ball’s width, but no deeper. Keep the trunk flare above the soil.
Help it settle in
Water slowly and deeply as needed, adjusting to rainfall and soil moisture. Keep mulch away from the trunk or main stem.
Why is fall a good time to plant?
For many trees and shrubs, cooler temperatures give roots time to establish before our hot summers. Spring can also be a good choice. Ask about the needs of the particular plant you’re considering.
How do I choose the right soil?
Potting mixes are intended for containers. Garden beds may benefit from compost and soil conditioner, especially in clay. Tell us what you’re planting and where; we can help you choose a suitable mix.
What should I bring when I ask for plant help?
A photo of the plant and its surroundings, its label if you have it, and notes about sunlight, watering, and when the problem started. Photos can help us understand what you’re seeing.
What if I’m looking for a specific variety?
Call (865) 573-9591 before you come. Our selections change with the growing season, and our team can help with availability or sourcing questions.
PLANT QUESTIONS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME
Let’s figure it out
together.
Our perennial, houseplant, and tree and shrub specialists are gardeners too. We’d love to hear what you’re growing.