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Berries

Andrew Mitchell

Berries

Berries can be one the easiest ways to both add winter interest and attract birds to the garden. With the latest and greatest cultivars coming out more and more, there is a plethora of choices for ber...

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Jul 23, 2026

What is a Landscape?

Andrew Mitchell

What is a Landscape?

Definition of a landscape The definition of a landscape is as follows: An area of land that has a particular quality or appearance. Landscape designers, horticulturalists, Master gardeners and the lik...

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Jul 23, 2020

Fire Pits

Andrew Mitchell

Fire Pits

We all want that sense of belonging and comfort to come from our homes, but what about in the garden? I believe that most gardeners are trying to create that comfort space when they create garden room...

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Jun 11, 2020

January Tips & Tricks for the Garden

Andrew Mitchell

January Tips & Tricks for the Garden

2020 is right around the corner and January weather is headed our way. Here in Northeast Kansas I am already eagerly awaiting the first spring flowers of March. However, there are things to do in the ...

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Dec 20, 2019

April Gardening Tips

Andrew Mitchell

April Gardening Tips

Tips and Tricks to Make Your Year Great – April Apply and water in pre-emergent herbicide on turf Apply pre-emergent herbicide granules to rocked landscape beds Divide hostas , daylilies , sedum , phl...

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Mar 1, 2019

Groundcovers for the Garden

Andrew Mitchell

Groundcovers for the Garden

Groundcovers are one of the most important plants groups in the garden. They play a crucial role in retaining soil on slopes, they can fill large areas of shady ground where grass will not grow, and t...

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Nov 30, 2016

Landscape Walls

Andrew Mitchell

Landscape Walls

There are many different options for landscape retaining and sitting walls. Check out some of the ones we have built! Native Limestone Limestone is a favorite for rural settings. The natural stone has...

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May 26, 2016

Designing Your Landscape for your House (and You!)

Andrew Mitchell

Designing Your Landscape for your House (and You!)

“Look at those shrubs; they are way too big for that spot.” “They have no landscape at all!” These and other statements are often heard by my patient wife and kids on drives to the city. Being a lands...

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Mar 22, 2016