Bush honeysuckle summer favorite or invasive menace?
Many of us probably grew up with the sweet smell of honeysuckle in the summer air. Also called Amur honeysuckle, the Missouri Botanical Garden describes this former ornamental as “one of the most destructive invasive species in the St. Louis region.” Amur honeysuckle, as well as other invasive honeysuckle species [...]
Aug
Plant Responsibly With Plants Of Merit
Plants of Merit is a program created and sponsored by the Missouri Botanical Garden. The goal is to educate gardeners about plants that are high-quality and dependable. According to the Missouri Botanical Garden, “Plants of Merit are plants selected for their outstanding quality and dependable performance for the lower Midwest. [...]
Jul
Watch Out For Poison Hemlock When Doing Yardwork
As homeowners, we’re no stranger to weeds. We work hard to suppress them for beautiful landscaping with high-quality organic mulch and probably don’t think much about what we’re removing. Even when driving or taking a walk in Missouri, you may not give that tall plant with bundles of small white [...]
Jul
Invasive Species Alert: Burning Bush
Who doesn’t love a plant that’s easy to grow and care for and produces a beautiful color in the fall? We know we do! We don’t like when those plants are invasive to our area. One of those invasive plants is burning bush.
Jul
Take Advantage Of Hansen’s Green Waste Recycling This Year
Are you still holding on to those branches from the latest winter weather in your yard? Not sure what to do with your live Christmas tree? You feel bad about putting it in the trash, but surely there’s something better you can do with it? Up Next: 6 Landscaping Tips [...]
Jan