Kansas City, MO Archives

Beneficial Bugs in Kansas City

by Carmen Dexter | Updated: November 16, 2022

Bugs are high on the “fear factor” list. Spiders. Eeek. Cockroaches. Ick. It goes on and on. There are more […]

by Francesca Singer | Updated: September 9, 2022

While winter in Kansas City can be harsh, the rest of the year offers fantastic weather for enjoying the great […]

by Francesca Singer | Updated: May 10, 2022

From ancient Rome to the Druids of England, yews have played a role in human culture. Early Christian churches in […]

by Carmen Dexter | Updated: May 10, 2022

Most Kansas City bugs are simply an annoyance, but a few are downright dangerous. Knowing what you’re dealing with makes […]

by Derek Lacey | Updated: May 11, 2022

The best time to plant a tree may be 20 years ago, but in Kansas City, it will never be […]

by Derek Lacey | Updated: September 25, 2023

Trees are the focal points of any home landscape. They can be towering old oaks that lend legitimacy and shade […]

by Brenda Ryan | Updated: May 11, 2022

People have been using plants to get rid of pesky insects for centuries. While the idea isn’t new, scientists are […]

by Jodi Helmer | Updated: March 23, 2020

It’s a movement that has swept the nation, with the sweeping taking place behind elephants, giraffes, zebras and hippos: Zoos […]

by Lois Crouse | Updated: November 30, 2020

The 5 Most Majestic Lawns in Kansas City, Missouri Kansas City has come a long way from its beginnings as […]

by Jake Hill | Updated: November 20, 2020

Top 5 Hardscape Designs in Kansas City For this Top 5, we searched for the most gorgeous hardscapes in Kansas […]