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Watering in the Winter Months
It’s been a dry winter, to say the least. When the temperatures are above freezing like they have been, it’s a great idea to water junipers and evergreens because they can dry out. You don’t have to worry about watering your tulip bulbs, but if we do have a stretch of warmer days without precipitation,… Read More »
Signature welcomes Konrady’s Lawn and Landscaping
We are pleased to announce the acquisition of Konrady’s Lawn and Landscaping by Signature Landscape owner, Bill Gordon. Duane Konrady, founder of Konrady’s Lawn and Landscaping passed away unexpectedly in September 2010. Bill and Duane were long time friends in the industry and he is honored to be able to continue the legacy that Duane left behind. We… Read More »
Sprinkle, Sprinkle, Little Star
FIND OUT WHAT GRANULAR ICE MELTS ARE Ah, the joys of landscaping in winter time – getting rid of the ice on our walkways and driveways. The most effective way to remove ice is to melt it with salt. Did you know, that like snowflakes, no two salt grains are alike? There are actually a… Read More »
Landscape Awards
Each year, the MAGICouncil (Mid-America Green Industry Council) holds an awards ceremony to recognize the work that goes into making our landscapes stand out among the rest. Signature Landscape is proud to announce that we walked away with the Grand Award for Commercial Landscape Maintenance at Corporate Woods. We also won a Distinction Award for our… Read More »
Create a Holiday Wreath After Pruning your Evergreens
When decorating for the holidays this year, look no further than your own front yard. After pruning your trees and shrubs, save some of the trimmings to make your own holiday wreath. You’ll need a wreath frame, which can be purchased from a craft store, or you could make your own using a coat hanger… Read More »
The Harvest Ball
Members of the Signature Landscape team got dressed up and attended the Harvest Ball at Bartle Hall last weekend. This was the 25th anniversary for the Ball. The Harvest Ball Society raises money each year for a number of beneficiaries in the Kansas City area.
Dormant Pruning
Winter is a great time of year to prune many of the trees and shrubs in the area. Horticultural specialist Chris Carter says, “When the tree is dormant, it’s a great time to correct flaws like crossed branches because you can see them without the leaves.” Pruning deciduous trees and shrubs stimulates blooming and improves… Read More »
Winterizing Irrigation Systems
In our area of the country, it is important to make sure that your irrigation system is prepared for the cold winter temperatures. Depending on the type of piping used in your irrigation system, when water freezes and expands, the system components can crack. Winterizing your system can be very easy if you know what… Read More »
Snow Removal Tricky Business
Compare your bids carefully What will this winter bring – heavy snow and ice, or relatively dry conditions? We can’t predict this winter’s weather with certainty, but we can ensure our properties are safe and clear after the first storm hits. For many of you, that means contracting with a snow and ice removal provider…. Read More »
Pruning Young Trees Promotes Strong Structure
If you have trees in your yard, yourecognize the value that they add to your landscape. When planting and caring for young trees, you must understand the importance of pruning during those early years. The investment made up front will contributeto a strong tree with a long lifespan. Pruning trees early and often will enhancethe… Read More »