November 22-December 28 Get ready to step into a real-life Hallmark movie at Everett’s Gardens this Christmas! Picture this: twinkling lights, the smell of fresh pine, a crackling fire paired with...
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The Best Time to Plant in Fall in Michigan
As the vibrant colors of summer begin to fade and the air turns crisp, fall in Michigan offers a unique opportunity for gardeners and landscapers alike. While spring is often touted as the prime...
Fall Pruning in Michigan: What to Prune and What to Avoid
Fall is here and it's time to take a closer look at your garden! While many gardeners may feel the urge to tidy up their landscapes, fall pruning requires a careful approach to ensure the health and...
Customer Appreciation Days
By Kayla VerWoert, CGIP, Everett's Gardens Marketing Manager/Integrator What in the world is Customer Appreciation Days at Everett’s Gardens?! Well, I’m glad you asked! We broke it down into two...
Celebrating Summerific Week with Summerific Hibiscus
There are so many reasons to love Summerific® Hibiscus. These iconic landscape perennials explode massive 8" wide flowers that are a sight to see when in bloom. Not only are they visually stunning,...
Flowering Shrub Companion Plants
By Kayla VerWoert, CGIP, Everett's Gardens Marketing Manager/Integrator Flowering shrubs are a wonderful addition to any garden, adding color, fragrance, and beauty throughout the seasons. In West...
Evergreens for Shade
By Brian Keuning, CGIP, Everett's Gardens Operations Manager One of the most frequent questions we get at the Gardens is “What evergreen can I plant in my shady back yard?” This question is a hard...
Deer Resistant Plants
By Brian Keuning, CGIP, Everett's Gardens Operations Manager Deer have become a growing pest problem for landscape plants. This is partially due to increased herd numbers, decreased habitat, and...
What to Plant in the Shade
By Brian Keuning, CGIP, Everett's Gardens Operations Manager A common question is, which plants thrive in shady locations? While some may believe that only sun-loving plants can flourish, we can...
Choosing the Perfect Flowering Tree
By Brian Keuning, CGIP, Everett's Gardens Operations Manager It can be difficult to pick out the right flowering tree for your landscape. Everett’s Gardens provides many different varieties to...
How to Increase Curb Appeal
By Brian Keuning, CGIP, Everett's Gardens Operations Manager Every homeowner knows that the care and upkeep of a home can add up and take a lot of time. Then when people start thinking about the...
Why Plant Native Trees?
By Brian Keuning, CGIP, Everett's Gardens Operations Manager Negative Consequences of Planting Monoculture Trees An increasing number of individuals are becoming aware of the negative consequences...
2024 Proven Winners National Plants of the Year
Grow what works! Here are the 2024 Proven Winners National Plants of the Year: 2024 Perennial of the Year 'Pink Profusion' Perennial Salvia Salvia nemorosa Enjoy these flowers again...
Brian Diemer’s Iconic Japanese Maple Picks for an Outstanding Landscape
Come along with me as I walk you through our Iconic Japanese Maples at Everett's Gardens. Brian Diemer, Owner/Vice President ‘Scolopendrifolium’ Japanese Maple Talk about great structure! This tree...
Jacqueline’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Jacqueline to share her top...
Brian Keuning’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Brian Keuning to share...
Isa’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Isa Summers to share her...
Jacqueline’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Jacqueline to share her top...
Leslie’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Leslie Hammond to share her...
Jacqueline’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Jacqueline to share her top...
Sarah’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Sarah Tjepkema to share her...
Audrey’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Audrey Mileski to share her...
Kayla’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Kayla VerWoert to share her...
Brian Keuning’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Brian Keuning to share...
Jenny’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Jenny Boot to share her top...
Jacqueline’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Jacqueline to share her top...
Sarah’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Sarah Tjepkema to share her...
Leslie’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Leslie Hammond to share her...
Audrey’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Audrey Mileski to share her...
Jacqueline’s Plant Picks of the Week
Every week we’re publishing a NEW Plant Picks of the Week story, showcasing our Plant Specialists’’ top plant picks. Get ready to be inspired! We recently asked Jacqueline to share her top...