At Greenleaf Garden Services, We’ve Got Your Back
Are those hands dirty yet? Have you felt that closeness to the world around you again, getting fresh air and even a little exercise? Or, have you yet to let the sun shine down on your back while breaking a little sweat? Whatever the status of your garden beds or vegetable gardens, it is a … Continue reading At Greenleaf Garden Services, We’ve Got Your Back
Spring Cleanup Time
Ahhh, spring is here! A desire begins to slowly resonate within ourselves, one that parallels the changing season and wondrous landscape around us. We feel renewed, just as the plants do. Working to re-establish order, a goal in mind, a solution. Whatever side of the garden you’re on, you begin making preparations for what lies … Continue reading Spring Cleanup Time
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
Project Recap – Hidden Treasure Found Buried in Overland Park Backyard
Peggy Billick, an Overland Park resident, called Greenleaf with concerns about a garden bed in her backyard that was in need of a refresh and a little TLC. Greenleaf often performs ‘refreshes’ when garden beds are in need of more than general maintenance, have become overgrown, or when a customer is looking for a change … Continue reading Project Recap – Hidden Treasure Found Buried in Overland Park Backyard
5 Questions to Ask before Hiring a Company to Fix Your Yard’s Drainage Problem
Many Kansas City homeowners have come face to face with drainage problems in their yard and have turned to a professional to help them find a solution. But before you hire just any landscaping company, be sure to do your homework. Greenleaf Garden Services put together a list of five questions that you should ask … Continue reading 5 Questions to Ask before Hiring a Company to Fix Your Yard’s Drainage Problem
Drainage Solutions – Mud Free is the Way to Be
The Clarks had contacted Greenleaf in the Fall of 2014, asking for solutions to drainage issues they were having with their backyard and patio space. After visiting the site, two critical issues were observed. Not only does their yard slope north to south toward the house, but it also sits directly adjacent to a neighborhood tennis court that adds … Continue reading Drainage Solutions – Mud Free is the Way to Be
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
A Meaningful Garden Project Inspired by Dogs
Anita has been a longtime client of Greenleaf Garden Services and is a garden enthusiast. We continue to enjoy making a difference to her already lovely house and garden in Leawood, Kansas. The dynamic environment that is created there is truly something else. Dense shade in the front yard provided by the community’s lovely trees, … Continue reading A Meaningful Garden Project Inspired by Dogs
3 DIY Ways to Spruce Up Your Entryway
This season make your own holiday displays that demand attention. Making your own Christmas pot display isn’t as complicated as it might seem. Here are a few ways you can create your own decorations at home, with a little inspirational help from the team at Greenleaf Garden Services. What You’ll Need: Spruce Magnolia Red twig … Continue reading 3 DIY Ways to Spruce Up Your Entryway
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