Fertilize Trees and Shrubs
The main reason to fertilize trees and shrubs is to bolster their health so they are better prepared to fight off pests, disease, and environmental stresses. While fertilizer can’t solve all of the tree’s problems, it will go a long way to give it a fighting chance. Does my tree need fertilizer? Trees growing in […]
Plants for Winter Interest
How to Incorporate Color and Texture Using Plants for Winter Interest We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again—there is so much more opportunity for winter interest in your landscape than you could imagine. Even though most plants have lost their leaves and blooms, color and texture are still attainable. Below is how we […]
Seasonal Watering Guide
SPRING: March, April, May Depending on the rainfall, plants normally don’t need to be watered as often in the spring season.TREES If we go through the season with little rain, a long single soaking (24-48 hours depending on the tree size) could be enough to get it through the spring. SHRUBS If we are going […]
Drought Resistant Plants
Landscaping in Missouri can be challenging when it comes to dealing with unpredictable weather patterns. If you remember last year’s drought, we know it was tough to keep landscapes looking great. Despite this, it is possible to create a beautiful landscape that is more drought-resistant by picking the right plants. In this article, we will […]
Six Plants for Summer Color
When it comes time to think about which plants you are going to use for your upcoming landscape project, you may be surprised at how many options are out there. When trying to achieve variety in the landscape I always want to emphasize seasonal color. One of the biggest mistakes I see homeowners make is […]
A Watering Guide For New Plants
Did you know? The leading cause to plant death in new landscapes isn’t pests or disease. It’s overwatering or underwatering plants, which, by the way, have very similar symptoms including: leaves wilting or dropping, changing colors, or needles turning brown. So, let’s talk proper watering so you can offer your plants the best chance at […]
If Trees Could Talk
By Annie Bonderer If trees could talk, they would have a lot of stories. Some would tell stories of kids growing up in backyards, and some would tell you about the life of a couple they memorialize, while others would speak of the new homeowners they celebrated. Whether for ornamental, shade, or screening purposes, among […]
Chimichurri Recipe
WATCH KELLY’S VIDEO TUTORIAL HERE