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We entered the TOP SHOP competition again this year and have come up trumps in the Large Format Category. CONGRATULATIONS EVERGREEN GARDEN CENTRE YOU ARE A CHRISTCHURCH TOP SHOP® RETAIL [...]

Evergreen Nursery supplied trees to two Ellerslie contestants and both of these sites won GOLD.   We are very proud of the standard of our trees and know the plants we provided helped with the [...]

  ABELIA grand Hardy evergreen (evg) spreading shrub. Plant 300 – 400mm Dwarf white Small white flowers in summer. BAY Plant 500 – 700mm BUXUS Sempervirens Traditional box hedge [...]

After Laying: Instant lawn must not dry out before it is well rooted in. Apply sufficient water at night or early morning to last through the heat of the day. Avoid watering in hot sunlight. [...]

QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN A PLANT/TREE HAS DIED/IS DYING Have you watered the plant/tree? Have you over watered the plant/Tree? Was frost a factor? Has the plant/tree been in a windy position? Was [...]

Green crops are a brilliant way to add natural organic matter to your soil. They are also a great weed suppressant. Although it is tempting to let the seeds flower, you need to dig it back into [...]

There is evidence to suggest that foliar spraying with fish emulsion can reduce whitefly numbers. Prevention rather than cure is a big part of organic gardening and involves attention to weed [...]

Basil Basil is an annual herb that grows easily from seeds sown in late spring. It grows to a fair height, likes its space and loves the sun. Pinching the stems can promote bushy growth, however [...]

The Joy and Pleasure of Producing Your Own Herbs… Whether they be used in the creation of culinary delights, for their pleasant aromatic foliage, beautiful flowers or magical charms, these [...]

An immaculate lawn will do wonders to improve the look of your garden and outdoor areas, and really makes a difference for homes on sale. News lawns will grow well in the warmer months (but not [...]