Get Your Garden Growing: The Essential Guide for All Seasons

Welcome to Evergreen Garden Shop’s “Go-To Gardening Guide”—where timeless tips meet everyday practice. No matter the season, your garden can thrive, and we’re here to help.

1. Start with the Soil

Healthy plants begin below the surface. Before planting anything new, take a moment to:

• Test your soil’s drainage. If water lingers more than a few minutes after watering or rain, it’s time to amend.

• Enrich with organic matter: compost, well-rotted manure or a high-quality soil conditioner.

• Adjust pH as needed (many plants prefer slightly acidic to neutral).
  Getting your soil in great shape is a one-time effort that pays off repeatedly.

2. Choose Plants That Match Your Environment

Location matters. Ask:

• How much sun does the spot get? (Full sun, part shade, shade?)

• What is the soil like—clay, sandy, loamy?

• What’s the local climate (heat, cold, wind, frost risk)?
  Pick plants that fit your garden, not a generic “ideal” garden. That match makes maintenance easier and results better.
  For example: evergreens, shrubs, and native plants often perform reliably because they’re adapted to conditions and tend to require less fuss.

3. Planting & Initial Care

When planting:

• Dig a hole roughly twice the width of the root ball, but only as deep as its height.

• Mix in some compost or planting mix at the base, especially if your native soil is poor.

• Set the plant so the top of its root ball is level with (or slightly above) the surrounding soil—this avoids “sinking” and excess moisture at the crown.

• Water in thoroughly right after planting, then keep a consistent watering schedule for the first few weeks so roots take hold.

4. Watering Wisely

Water is one of the biggest factors in success. Here’s how to think about it:

• Water deeply and less frequently rather than shallow short sessions. Deep watering encourages roots to grow downward, giving plants more resilience.

• Adjust based on stage: newly planted vs established plants.

• Consider your soil type: sandy soils dry out faster; clay soils retain water longer.

• Use mulch around plants (2-3 inches) to conserve moisture, moderate soil temperature, and suppress weeds.

5. Year-Round Maintenance Snapshot

Here’s a simple seasonal checklist you can keep coming back to:

• Spring – Clean up beds, refresh mulch, feed plants (if appropriate), check irrigation.

• Summer – Monitor for heat stress, pests and disease; ensure deep watering; deadhead flowers.

• Fall – Plant bulbs, divide perennials, prepare plants for cooler weather; clean up debris.

• Winter – Prune dormant shrubs/trees as appropriate, protect tender plants from frost, plan next season’s enhancements.
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6. Build a Garden that Works for You

Gardening isn’t just about perfect aesthetics—it’s about making a space that brings you joy, fits your lifestyle, and suits your environment. Consider:

• How much time do you realistically have for upkeep?

• Do you want more pollinators, more color, more edible plants?

• Would container plants, raised beds or small-space gardening work better than large beds?
  Adapt the advice above to your style. An easy-care garden is as valuable as a showpiece garden—and often more satisfying.

7. When to Ask for Help

Even experienced gardeners run into questions: root problems, insects, watering confusion, plant selection issues. At Evergreen Garden Shop, we’re here to help. Bring in a photo, send us a quick query, or stop by with a sample; we love solving garden puzzles.

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Final thoughts:
This guide gives you foundational advice—soil, plant selection, watering, seasonal care—that applies no matter the year or the trend. Use it as a reference, share it with friends, revisit it when you’re stuck. Your garden grows best when built on reliable basics.

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