Landscaping: Four Flowers That Bloom in Early Spring Early spring flowers can be a welcome sight after a long, dismal winter. If snow hits unexpectedly in March or April, you can still savor the beginning of spring by planting some early blooming flowers. Early flowering plants are a reminder that warmer days are rapidly approaching. […]
Landscaping: Planting Fruit Trees and Fruit Plants In a previous blog post, we talked about the best fruit trees for Missouri. Today, Nixa Lawn Service expands on the topic to cover fruit plants, spring planting tips, and more. With fruit trees, you can enjoy sun-ripened fruit from your own backyard. Fruit Plants In Missouri, you […]
Why Native Plants are Better for Landscaping Than Exotic Previously on the blog, we identified 10 plants native to Missouri for landscaping and gardening. Today, we expand on this topic and discuss the overall advantages of native plants. Whether you have acreage in the country or a single flower bed by your driveway, native plants […]
The Latest Lawn and Gardening Trends 2019 is upon us. It’s time to look forward to the landscaping trends that we anticipate for spring. To celebrate the new year, Nixa Lawn Service looks at some of the latest lawn and gardening trends. If you’re considering revising your outdoor space to better enjoy the warmer months, […]
Lawn Care: Mosquito-Repellent Plants to Keep Pests Away Summertime brings great weather and a chance to enjoy your pool or landscape. However, warmer weather also means dealing with bugs, particularly mosquito bites. Today, the experts at Nixa Lawn Service list five plants that will help keep mosquitoes away during the warmer months. Citronella Citronella, a […]
Prepare and Protect Your Outdoor Kitchen for Winter If holiday decorating and shopping have kept you busy, you may not have gotten around to winterizing your outdoor kitchen. Spring is still a few months away, and it’s important to perform proper maintenance so you can enjoy your kitchen again when it warms up. Today, the […]
Backyard Conservation – Terracing Terraced landscaping is a farming technique used all around the world to transform sloped hillsides into arable land, with a series of retaining walls and flat growing areas resembling steps. Terrace steps are typically used to farm on hilly terrain and may support many crops, such as rice. From European vineyards […]
Avoid Planting a Garden Near a Black Walnut Tree As trees start losing their leaves, it’s important to be aware of certain species that can cause damage to your lawn. There’s one popular tree, specifically, to watch out for. In today’s blog, Nixa Lawn Service provides information about the Missouri Black Walnut, aka the “killer […]
Evergreen Landscaping – 5 Different Species Many trees may lose their leaves in the winter, but evergreens retain their foliage and provide color and character year-round. Evergreens are a great choice for landscaping with winter weather in mind. While there are more than 100 species of evergreen throughout North America, the team at Nixa Lawn […]
Landscaping in Southwest Missouri’s Rocky Soil Perhaps the most challenging aspect of landscaping in southwest Missouri is the quality of our soil. Our soil can best be described as rocky, compact clay — which can be a major headache for anyone interested in planting a garden. Perhaps the most effective means of dealing with poor […]
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