We all recognize great cities when we see them. Vibrant cultural centers like Austin, Denver, and Portland attract and retain talent, diversity, and innovation. People love working in, living in, and visiting great cities, but what specific traits make a good city a great one? Alongside thriving economies, well-functioning city government, public libraries and museums, […]
Community Partners: It’s The Little Things That Count For us, being local business owners means more than merely operating a business. We believe that entrepreneurship is truly best when served with a side of social responsibility, which is why each year, Topeka Landscape looks for ways to give back to the community. In 2017, Topeka […]
What Does Your Ideal Fire Feature Look Like? The epitome of contentment, fire pits and outdoor fireplaces are one of the greatest landscaping additions out there! Fire features allow you to enjoy your outdoor living space well beyond the warm evenings of summer by providing warmth, ambiance, and a place for entertainment and relaxation. With […]
Protect Your Trees From Sun Scald Sun scald is a common ailment affecting trees during the winter months. The term refers to the freezing of bark following warmer temperatures which results in visible damage to the tree. Sun scald typically affects young trees with thin bark such as locusts, fruit trees, ashes, oaks, maples, lindens, and […]
The Role of Social Responsibility in Local Business As a business owner, it’s easy to get caught up in focusing on the bottom line. However, we feel as a local business we have a social responsibility to give back to our community. In 2016 we decided to partner with Topeka Habitat for Humanity by donating $3,700 […]
2016 Designers’ Showhouse This year, Topeka Landscape was proud to partner with Child Care Aware of Eastern Kansas on their grass-roots fundraiser, the Designers’ Showhouse. Now in its 36th year, the Designers’ Showhouse is the agency’s signature fundraiser and helps support the development of programs and services offered to young children that improve the quality and […]
Making “Freshly Cut Grass” Memories One of the most nostalgic scents of all time is freshly cut grass. It takes you back to the playful days of your childhood, those simple moments of ease, whether that be napping in a hammock or walking with nature. Or it reminds you of the best looking lawn you’ve […]
As Dwight D. Eisenhower once wisely noted, “Plans are nothing; planning is everything”. This rings true in many aspects of life, one of which is preparing the ideal landscaping solution for your home. Contrary to what some might think, winter is the perfect time to get a jump start on next year’s landscaping projects and […]
Don’t Let Sun Scald Ruin Your Trees Protect Your Trees From Sunscald One common ailment affecting trees during the winter months is what we refer to as sunscald – the freezing of bark following warmer temperatures which results in visible damage to the tree. Sunscald typically affects young trees with thin bark such as locusts, […]
Planting trees and shrubs is a great way to bring color and texture into your landscapes. It also adds curb appeal and increases the value of your homes. When it comes to planting, it’s important to keep in mind what times of the year are the best times to plant new plantings.