Tennessee landscaping

Blooming Heat Tolerant Plants The heat is on! If you look around, you will see there are many plants in the summer landscape that don’t seem to mind the higher temperatures of mid to late summer. Listed below are some of the best blooming heat tolerant plants for the East Tennessee area. Trees & Shrubs Two

Take a look at nine fast growing trees that thrive in the Tennessee climate. Which trees will look best in your backyard? #fastgrowingtreestennessee #tennesseefastgrowingtrees

Depending on where you live in Tennessee, you may be in growing zones 5 through 8. Furthermore, selected plants should meet the conditions in the spot where you want to plant them. For example, some plants do great in sunny locations while others love the shade.

Three Outstanding Ornamental Grasses Blooming ornamental grasses blowing in the summer breeze add movement and texture to the landscape. Whether used as a large background screen, an anchor in the shrub border, or on a slope to control erosion, grasses add a wispy dimension to the late summer garden. Ornamental grasses give the “feeling that somehow

Jeff Calton is enjoying the ebbs and flows of bloom time in his southern garden.

How do I learn about native plant gardening?During 2024, the Tennessee Valley Chapter of Wild Ones is presenting a series of six free introductory “Gardening with Native Plants” classes about how to garden with native plants. What can I do to make my home garden friendly to pollinators, butterflies and birds?Start small! Add a few […]

Jeff Calton is enjoying the ebbs and flows of bloom time in his southern garden.

Rain gardens are planted depressions in the landscape positioned to catch rainwater runoff from impervious surfaces (like rooftops or driveways) and designe ...

Greetings!! I just wanted to send a few highlights from my gardening year 2018 and I am excited to send you progress pics on an interesting landscape undertaking, think "wine villa" but in Tennessee!

Welcome to Overhill Gardens! We specialize in native East Tennessee landscaping through the use of native Tennessee plants, locally quarried stone and sustainable landscaping practices like drip irrigation. Overhill Gardens is also a native Tennessee plant nursery open to the public and landscaping companies. We have supplied native plants to the East Tennessee region since 2000. Our landscape designs and installations happen throughout the region, including the cities of Knoxville…

Anyone from Tennessee knows that spring is one of the best times of the year for the state. And our fragrant and beautiful blooming flowers are undoubtedly part of the reason for that. But what are the best flowers to grow in middle Tennessee? And how can you tell them all apart anyway? This guide takes you through some […]

Welcome to Overhill Gardens! We specialize in native East Tennessee landscaping through the use of native Tennessee plants, locally quarried stone and sustainable landscaping practices like drip irrigation. Overhill Gardens is also a native Tennessee plant nursery open to the public and landscaping companies. We have supplied native plants to the East Tennessee region since 2000. Our landscape designs and installations happen throughout the region, including the cities of Knoxville…

Landscaping with Native Plants – Middle Tennessee

This summer, add native plants and wildflowers to your garden.

Midwest Landscaping Ideas to Elevate Your Yard Discover creative midwest landscaping ideas to transform your yard into a picturesque haven. Get inspired to enhance your outdoor space!

Looking for small trees with non-invasive roots for your front yard? Discover a variety of tree species that are suitable for small spaces and won't pose a threat to your property's foundation.

Join our community of Tennesseans who are actively establishing pollinator gardens to help our pollinators thrive!

Michelle 🌱 GardensandChickens🐓 Gardener | plant nerd on Instagram: "I can’t say enough about panicle hydrangeas. I mean, I love all hydrangeas— but limelights and other panicle hydrangeas really are fool proof hydrangeas for your garden — as long as they get enough sun. Poor soil? Meh. Late frost? Meh. Their only nemesis is the deer; and in my garden — the deer can’t reach the top and tend to snack on the lower branches. When the limelight’s are in bloom, that’s when all the neighbors…

Plants with colorful foliage, such as artemisia, will keep the garden looking good while flowering plants go in and out of bloom. #gardening #gardenideas #gardenplants #bhg

Discover the best shrubs for Texas that will enhance your landscape effortlessly. From drought-tolerant plants to low-maintenance evergreen varieties, we have a curated list to suit your needs. Whether you're looking for flowering shrubs to add color or small shrubs for small spaces, these selections are sure to thrive in the Texas climate. Create privacy with fast-growing options or elevate your curb appeal with shrubs for in front of the house.