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Al Fresco Dinner Party Series: Part 2: Garden-Inspired Cocktails and Mocktails

By Robyn Schmitz / Aug 15, 2019

3 cups chilled prosecco 1 cup chilled limoncello liqueur 1 cup frozen raspberries (Fresh in summer!) 6 fresh mint leaves Whisk together the prosecco and limoncello in a large pitcher. […]

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Food Kansas City

Al Fresco Dinner Party Series: Part 1: Snacks in the Garden

By Robyn Schmitz / Aug 8, 2019

Half a melon (honeydew or cantaloupe work best) One package of prosciutto, divided into sixteen long slices 16 green seedless grapes 16 fresh mint leaves Balsamic vinegar Fresh ground black […]

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Garden Trees Design Kansas City

Why Won’t Grass Grow Under Trees? – High Prairie Outdoors

By Robyn Schmitz / Aug 1, 2019

Shade Competition for Moisture and Nutrients Allelopathy Choose shade-tolerant grass varieties such as fine fescue. Seed in early spring or fall, at half the standard rate. Fertilize moderately (two or […]

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Award-Winning Landscapes Part 8: Caring for the Landscape

By Robyn Schmitz / Jul 25, 2019

Minimize the potential for damage that can be caused by animals. Rabbits, deer, and moles can be particularly troublesome in the Kansas City region. Water appropriately to help prevent pests […]

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Leaves Kansas City

Part 7: Watering Your Landscape is Key to Establishment

By Robyn Schmitz / Jul 18, 2019

Avoid relying only on sprinklers for trees and large shrubs. Instead, use a soaker hose or an open-ended hose with its spray nozzle removed, at low pressure. Avoid watering your […]

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Award-Winning Landscapes Part 6: Seasonal Color: Over-the-Top Impact

By Robyn Schmitz / Jul 5, 2019
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