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BlogHome About Careers Hermes Nursery Landscaping Contact Us Integrity. Responsibility. Excellence. Value. Commitment. How a Central Controller/ ET Management System can Affect your Garden. August 9, 2016 by Sarah Vaughn Leave a Comment There is something aesthetically appealing about a garden. Plants, as beautiful as they are, thrive naturally on love and care. If you tend them carefully, keenly ensuring that they have enough of what they need regarding water and sunlight, they will return the love tenfold. With a central controller/ ET management system, your irrigation concerns … [Read more…] Posted in: Irrigation , Landscape Maintenance Native Grasses We Recommend For Johnson County August 4, 2016 by Sarah Vaughn Leave a Comment There are a number of native grasses to Johnson County that are suitable for lawn use in Lenexa proper and the surrounding Johnson County area. Here is a quick rundown on what to use and where in your particular situation; Kentucky Bluegrass – In the past two decades, over 100 varietals of this hardy and resilient grass … [Read more…] Posted in: Green Landscaping , Residential How to Save Site Trees July 26, 2016 by Marcus Eaton Leave a Comment Whether you’re building or remodeling a home, trees play a crucial role by adding property value, privacy and curb appeal. However, trees and plants often become permanently damaged or killed during construction and renovations. Before any project, whether it being residential or commercial; always consider the impact of construction. Here are a few ways to … [Read more…] Posted in: Green Landscaping , Landscape Maintenance 3 Ways to Create Beautiful Outdoor Living Spaces July 19, 2016 by Marcus Eaton Leave a Comment A great way for adding value to your home is creating a beautiful outdoor living space. These spaces have an indoor feel, but are located outside. Homes with large backyards can be turned into a relaxing and entertaining wonderland that can be enjoyed year-round. Homeowners can customize these spaces to their individual tastes and design … [Read more…] Posted in: Green Landscaping , Residential 3 Simple Ways to Garden Smart and Conserve Water July 12, 2016 by Sarah Vaughn Leave a Comment You have no idea how much water we waste. Our reservoirs do” Did you know that your choice of vegetation can affect your local water levels? Here are some of the ways you could conserve water naturally: Choose native vegetation. Purple poppy mallow is a native Missouri perennial which thrives well locally. Apart from being … [Read more…] Posted in: Irrigation 3 Natural Ways You Could Minimize Soil Erosion on Your Property July 6, 2016 by Marcus Eaton Leave a Comment The nation that destroys its soil destroys itself” Franklin Delano Roosevelt Giving a bit of thought to how you plan and care for your landscaping can greatly reduce soil erosion and at the same time give your home a beautiful appearance. Here are some simple ways you can achieve this: Install retaining walls. Retaining walls … [Read more…] Posted in: Green Landscaping Irrigation Design Best Practices June 28, 2016 by Marcus Eaton Leave a Comment You’ll definitely need to irrigate your landscape and turf this summer. While you want it all green and lush, you’ll need to use water conservatively. Water efficiency helps you save water bill costs and prevent over or under watering, which ultimately affects your landscape quality. Below are best irrigation practices that will enhance your landscape … [Read more…] Posted in: Irrigation How to Plan a Garden in Kansas City June 21, 2016 by Sarah Vaughn Leave a Comment When planning your garden in the Kansas City area, it is important to use plants that will do well in the area. No matter how much you liked the exotic orchid you saw in California, it is not a plant that will do well in the midwest. Plants do not adapt that easily, and gardening … [Read more…] Posted in: Green Landscaping Edible Landscapes June 14, 2016 by Marcus Eaton Leave a Comment Landscaping adds to the appeal of any home, and your yard can be attractive with a good landscape or hardscape design. One way to make it even more environmentally friendly is to include edible plants in the design. Things like lettuce, berries of all kinds, fruit trees, and even some vegetables, adds a practical quality … [Read more…] Posted in: Green Landscaping Why Should You Consider Green Landscape Renovations? June 7, 2016 by Marcus Eaton Leave a Comment Why consider green landscape renovation? When you want a green renovation on your landscape, you want to incorporate an environmental-friendly landscape improvement approach. A well designed green landscape not only enhances the beauty of your home, but also brings comfort, a healthy home, and reduced utility bills. Cost efficient Green renovation encompasses less costly measures … [Read more…] Posted in: Green Landscaping 1 2 … 38 Next » Recent Posts How a Central Controller/ ET Management System can Affect your Garden. 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