Category Archives: Landscape & Garden Bed Maintenance

3 Ways to Use Leftover Materials in Your Yard

Believe it or not, it is easier than most people think to reuse garden and building materials in your yard.  Our last project recap was a catalyst for thinking of alternative possibilities one might consider, creating unique opportunities for beauty in their yard. This brainstorming session led to several constructive ideas, some practical, some perhaps … Continue reading 3 Ways to Use Leftover Materials in Your Yard

4 Tips to Ensure That Your Plants Will Withstand Jack Frost this Year

The winter is upon us! As our first snowfall of the year melts away, it’s time we make final preparations to ensure our gardens and landscapes will withstand Kansas City’s beloved Jack Frost. Don’t worry, it’s not too late! There are several steps you can take to ensure your plants, soil, and other outdoor amenities survive … Continue reading 4 Tips to Ensure That Your Plants Will Withstand Jack Frost this Year

Project Spotlight: Adding Curb Appeal

Many homeowners fail to realize how the landscape affects the look and feel of a home.  Whether you are looking to sell, just purchased a new house or seeking a refresh of an existing landscape, the right landscaping can change everything. Here’s a recent landscaping project we completed, taking a less than remarkable property and … Continue reading Project Spotlight: Adding Curb Appeal

Our Favorite Ground Cover Plant: Mazus

At Greenleaf Garden Services, we know beautiful flowers and plants like the back of our hands. But sometimes what makes plants beautiful to us is their functionality. That’s one of the reasons why Mazus Reptans is one of our all-time favorites. Why We Love Mazus This mat-forming perennial is not only beautiful, but functional as … Continue reading Our Favorite Ground Cover Plant: Mazus