Watch out! The bagworms are out in full force this year and they are wreaking havoc on many Kansas City area landscape plants. Not sure what to look for? Bagworms form a silk-like bag that is mixed with plant parts that can be up to 2 inches in length. Since we have had both a … [Read more…]
Those sunken turf spots near curbs in a parking lot or drive lane are not only an eyesore, but they are also a safety hazard as well. Over time, it is normal for settling to occur and for areas along curbs to “sink.” Have no fear, sink-holes are an easy fix, simply backfill along curbs with top soil to get … [Read more…]
It may not be a part of your landscaping contract, so if not, think about edging your Kansas City landscape beds for a clean, manicured appearance this summer. As trees and shrubs grow, it is important to note that beds and tree wells should be enlarged to make room for their growth and reduce competition from grass … [Read more…]
Your residential or commercial landscape could use a calming quality that makes it an inviting environment, that’s what makes water features so great. Yes, they are visually pleasing, but water features have more benefits than what simply meets the eye. By design, water features can have more than just aesthetic value. Many of you may … [Read more…]
Are you looking for a way to enhance the aesthetics of your driveway? A professionally and creatively landscaped driveway can really transform the look of your front, side or back yard. You just need to remember, you do have options. Take a look at a few driveway design options that may work for your home. … [Read more…]
In the previous post, we mentioned that we’ll be discussing easy and cost effective ways to get your property looking its best. One way to do that is to edge and mulch tree wells. It is very often that tree wells get ignored in the landscape. The difference between a good looking landscape and a great looking … [Read more…]
Hermes Landscaping understands that the economic stresses of today have caused many property managers to juggle the difficult task of reducing spending while still keeping their properties looking great. All smart property managers know the positive impact curb appeal has on occupancy and traffic to their properties. However, when left with no other alternatives to cutting back the budgets and bringing more … [Read more…]