How to Melt Snow and Ice Without Rock Salt
If snow and ice are in the forecast, you’re probably already thinking about having to clear it from your driveway and sidewalk. Traditionally, this might be done…
What to Buy for a Snowstorm?
Central Missouri and Columbia specifically, are no strangers to winter weather. From single-digit temperatures to a foot of snow, the heart of the “Show-Me State” is well…
When, Why, and How to Prune Trees
With fall officially here, the trees are signaling the change in weather. As the colder temperatures begin to become the status quo, the trees that fill your…
When to Start Winterizing Your Sprinkler System
As summer temperatures begin to dissipate, and fall temperatures come into the mix, the need to water your lawn becomes less of a necessity. Soon, the grass…
Shrubs vs. Bushes – What’s the Difference?
This is a shrub, that is a bush. Have you ever been left scratching your head over the proper title for the plant that is sitting in…
The History of Irrigation in the United States
Remember going to the beach as a kid? You have your pail and shovel in tote, ready to engineer the best sandcastle ever constructed. You lay the…
Missouri Sweet Gum Tree: Treasured Native or Spiky Nuisance?
Liquidambar styraciflua, commonly known as the sweet gum tree, is one of the most easily recognizable trees native to Missouri. These trees and their little spiked balls…
7 Native Bushes and Shrubs Native to Missouri
Native growing is one of the biggest trends in local landscaping – and for good reason! As much as we love our lawns, they can be wasteful…