Genesis Curbscapes

07/31/2024

Proper Mulching

As I drive around SW Missouri, I see all types of mulching techniques that are very interesting. Some are spot on and some are just plain wrong and wasteful. In the first picture, this is considered volcano mulching. You will see this done around this area quite frequently. Not only is this wrong but volcano mulching harms trees and wastes mulch by piling it up to the trunk of a tree where moisture can and will cause rot. Wrong on many levels!

On the other hand, the second image shows the correct way to mulch a tree. This tree has been given space around the roots to allow for proper growth and expansion of the tree over time. Since the mulch is not piled up against the trunk in a mound, there is no room for moisture to creep in and cause rot.

Mulching is crucial in keeping your landscape healthy and strong. Doing it the right way will help keep your landscape free from disease and other problems that could be costly for you in the future.

09/02/2021

Are you ready to prepare your landscape for fall?

As fall weather takes hold, you need to change your gardening practices to get your landscape ready for the season ahead. Start your work about six weeks before the first hard freeze.

09/21/2020

Is it a good idea to cut your grass while it’s wet?

Learn why mowing a wet lawn isn't a good idea, plus get tips on what you should do if you absolutely must cut the grass.

09/19/2018

Fall is coming rapidly. Learn how to prepare your landscape for the best season of the year!

As fall weather takes hold, you need to change your gardening practices to get your landscape ready for the season ahead. Start your work about six weeks before the first hard freeze.

04/05/2018

If you are going to do some DIY landscaping, you can learn what plants work together and what do not...

Discover plant BFF’s you can use in your vegetable garden to make everything grow better, plus, learn what not to put next to each other.

04/05/2018

Completed a front and side yard landscape design for the Wards (Springfield, MO). Let me know if you are in need of beuatification of your property and I will be happy to assist in making your landscape the envy of your neighborhood.

10/13/2017

Looking for a little fall color in your landscape?....

Bring autumn color to your garden with these top picks.

06/06/2017

Are you wanting to have a fire pit in your backyard this summer but the budget may not allow? Here is a simple way to create a fire pit feel in your backyard that is very inexpensive...

No room for a fire pit? Make an easy concrete fire bowl that fits in a backyard of any size.

05/10/2016

Here are some simple ideas if you have a shaded area you want to landscape...

Design a lush woodland garden with a collection of shade-loving shrubs, foliage, flowers and bulbs from HGTV Gardens.

11/03/2015

Here is a simple idea to add winter color to your landscape...

Looking to add color to your winter landscape? HGTV Gardens shares hardy flowers and plants that flourish when the temperatures drop.

11/05/2013

Here is a simple idea to add spring color and pop to your landscape in the fall...

Expert tips for how to integrate bulbs into your garden design

10/15/2013

Are you wanting to plant mums? Now is the time to get your mums planted to make your fall landscape pop with color. If you are not sure where to start, take a look at this...

HGTV Gardens offers pointers for planting and growing chrysanthemums