Becoming a lawn care technician is an excellent career choice for those who enjoy working independently outdoors, like establishing the pace of their work and appreciate seeing the results of their efforts. Click the link below to see a short... youtu.be/6f2u2A0DiD0

Whether you are interested in watching butterflies grace the garden or are hoping to establish the perfect habitat for a variety of native insects, there are a few basic design principles to follow. Choose a... facebook.com/10630049275568…

Becoming a landscape management supervisor is an exceptional opportunity for exceptional people. Supervisors not only guide and mentor crew members, they also act as a liaison between customers and companies. The short video explains more about... youtu.be/96vPIqR5IRQ

Iris borers can quickly destroy an entire iris bed. Preventative action is one of the best controls. Before consistently warm weather sets in (early April) remove last year's dead foliage and any leaves... facebook.com/EmbassyLandsca…

The familiar honeybee found across the country is not native to North America. Shipments of honeybee hives were intentionally brought from Western Europe to the east coast of the United States in the early... facebook.com/EmbassyLandsca…

Today is the first official day of Spring. The entire team at Embassy Landscape Group is looking forward to a great season, serving their awesome customers.

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When the sky is blue and the temperatures are warm it is tempting to begin spring planting. Before you begin digging, make sure that the soil is ready. Planting in overly muddy soil may mean your plants are... facebook.com/10630049275568…

Creating a bird-friendly landscape offers some unexpected benefits. Many of the birds that visit will not only eat unwelcome insects such as mosquitoes and aphids, but also will dine on weed seeds that... facebook.com/EmbassyLandsca…

Trees add value to a property, to a community and to lives. A certified arborist is a highly qualified individual who who recognizes his or her responsibility to maintain the considerable value of the trees under his or her care. Learn more about... youtu.be/FWH7Sw0UDik

To bring butterflies to your garden, add host plants for the caterpillar stage, nectar plants for the adult stage and a few flat rocks that will hold their drinking water. Eliminate the use of pesticides.

Add some of these heirloom varieties to your garden and delight in their fragrances all summer long. Heliotrope (Heliotropium arborescens) Sweet Peas (Lathyrus odoratus ) Pincushion Flower (Scabiosa atropurpurea ) Moonflower (Ipomoea noctiflora ) Phlox (Phlox paniculata)

Don't let Tax Day get you down. Today is also the average day of the last killing frost in central Missouri!

Often thought of as part of the magic of an early summer's evening, fireflies are also one of our beneficial insects. Both adult fireflies and their larvae voraciously consume snails, slugs and other... facebook.com/EmbassyLandsca…

If you love having fresh flowers from your garden, try these sure-fire annuals. Ageratum (taller varieties) Blue mnjp Calendula Celosia Cosmos Gomphrena Marigolds Nicotiana Snapdragon Sweet Peas Zinnia... facebook.com/EmbassyLandsca…

It's time to begin planting summer blooming bulbs like gladioli, caladiums and calla lilies. Planting at two week intervals to extend flowering season.

When the crabtrees are in full bloom, tradition says that hardy annuals such as dianthus, snapdragons, calendula and alyssum, can be planted outdoors. Wait until the ground temperature warms before planting tender annuals.

That fierce looking bumblebee buzzing near your ear is really a gentle giant and an important pollinator. Learn more about bumblebees in our newest blog at embassylandscape.com/blog/invite-an…

The first line of defense against nuisance animals in your garden is to plant varieties that are unappetizing to rabbits, deer, groundhogs and other animals. Distasteful plants tend to have strong scents,... facebook.com/EmbassyLandsca…

Noise pollution is a growing problem. Experts advise that prolonged exposure to sounds at 85 dB or above can not only result in hearing loss and damage to the ears, but it can also contribute to... embassylandscape.com/blog/the-sound…