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      Why It’s Time to Cut Down Your Bradford Pear Tree

      May 5, 2026

      If you’ve lived in Missouri long enough, you’ve seen them—those early spring trees covered in bright white blooms. The Bradford pear (also known as Callery pear) was once a go-to landscape favorite. But today, it’s widely considered one of the worst trees you can have in your yard.

      April Garden Tasks: Preparing, Planting, and Protecting Your Spring Garden in Kansas City

      April 7, 2026

      Spring has officially arrived in Kansas City, and your garden is ready for some attention! Early April is the perfect time to get your outdoor spaces in shape, plant hardy annuals and vegetables, and protect your garden from late frosts. At Colonial Farms, we’re here to help you make the most of your spring planting season with expert advice,...

      Soil Health & Composting Basics for Spring Planting

      March 3, 2026

      Spring planting success starts long before your first flower or vegetable goes into the ground. Healthy plants depend on healthy soil—and early spring is the perfect time to rebuild and recharge it. Whether you’re gardening in raised beds, containers, or in-ground plots, focusing on soil health in Missouri and learning simple composting tips...

      Why September is the Best Time to Plant Trees in Kansas City (Colonial Gardens Nursery Sale)

      September 13, 2025

      If you’ve been waiting for the right time to plant trees in your yard, look no further than September. In Kansas City, this is the ideal season to give your new trees the best start possible. At Colonial Gardens, we’ve seen firsthand how fall planting helps trees establish strong roots, resist stress, and flourish for decades to come.

      Ultimate Guide to Fall Bulb Planting: Tips for a Colorful Spring Garden

      November 14, 2024

      Written by "Botanical" Brian Pirtle

      Rehabbing the Hell Strip

      October 13, 2024

      One of the most difficult areas to cultivate turf, let alone plants, is an area that is affectionately known as the Hell Strip. It is the area between the street and the sidewalk. Ranging in width from a foot to almost 5 feet, these areas are rarely irrigated, tend to struggle from car exhaust, ice melting products and plain old neglect. A...

      Fall is for Planting: Why Autumn is the Secret Season for Gardeners

      September 12, 2024

      Fall is for Planting: Why Autumn is the Secret Season for Gardeners

      Mums That Last

      August 27, 2024

      How do I get my fall mums to survive the winter?

      Water Conservation

      August 9, 2024

      Water conservation is beneficial for our plants, our planet, and our wallets. Using water efficiently just makes sense.

      Landscape Design

      July 5, 2024

      Your house is more than that, it's your home. The place where you go to relax, to escape the day to day, your sanctuary. Shouldn't your yard be an extension of that? Transforming your outdoor space from "just a lawn" to a truly beautiful garden oasis can be easy with a little help from the pros. Our expert designers are ready to help you boost...

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