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A Foragers Feast of Wild Edible Treats

Native plants form the cornerstone of nature's web of life, feeding multitudes of insects, which in turn feed songbirds…


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A Planning Guide for Stormwater Design

“Spring is nature’s way of saying let’s party!”  Spring is also the time to start thinking about your landscaping and…


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A Guide to Naturescape Landscaping

At Down to Earth Services, we specialize in using locally grown plants to create pristine natural landscapes for your…


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Protecting Missouri’s Keystone Species

Did you know that pollinator populations have declined throughout the last century? Our growing population and modern…


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How to Prevent the Spread of Invasive Plants

Invasive species are non-native organisms that affect the local ecology. When non-native plants and animals establish…


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Low Maintenance Landscaping Plants for Your Garden

Native shrubs and flora are the perfect choices for sustainable and low maintenance landscaping plants. To learn native…


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Native Shrubs to Add to Your Landscaping

For a good reason, native planting is one of the most popular trends in local landscaping. As much as we adore our…


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A Guide to Kansas Native Flowers

Driving through Kansas can provide a fantastic feast for your eyes when Kansas native flowers are in bloom. You will…


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Best Flowers to Plant in the Fall Native to Missouri and Kansas

Missouri gardens are in full bloom as summer reaches its peak and days become technically shorter. Gardeners are…


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The Best Perennials for Pollinators

Pollinators are nearly as vital in blooming plant reproduction and the development of most fruits and vegetables as the…


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Maintenance Tips For Your Missouri Native Garden

Generally speaking, native gardens are pretty easy to take care of and require minimal maintenance.  Because they are…


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Environmental Landscaping Design For Sustainable Natural Beauty

If you are interested in improving the landscaping around your home, consider environmental landscaping. Using…


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10 Medicinal Plants to Grow in Your Garden

Not only are plants and flowers beautiful and enhance your landscaping, but numerous plants provide medicinal benefits…


A Guide to Missouri Native Flowers

If you are from the state of Missouri or currently live in Missouri, you are more than likely aware of the many…


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A Guide to Xeriscape Landscaping

There is a unique type of gardening that does not require the use of extensive amounts of water. It is called…


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Top 10 Best Plants for A Wildlife Garden

If you have space and the inclination, creating a wildlife garden can be a wonderful addition to your outdoor space.…


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Winter Plants That Thrive in Your Native Landscape

In Missouri and across different areas of the world, many people dread the winter months.  However, winter is a season…


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Things to Consider When Designing A Native Plant Garden

Native Plant Gardens are often considered wild, and messy with grasses dominating the landscape and wildflowers…