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With the spring rains last week, we have noticed many people are experiencing drainage issues. If these are not taken care of, they can damage your foundation and other structures, cause erosion issues, or make your yard a swampy mess. Here are some things to consider making sure you don’t have those problems. Swales and […]
Read More ▶If you plan on entertaining this spring or summer, you need a beautiful outdoor living space. Here are some tips on making the most of your landscape. Assess Your Space Look at your current outdoor space. Take note of the size, how it is laid out now, existing features such as trees, a patio, or […]
Read More ▶Reviews help people find businesses that meet their needs. Your reviews of Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping help people who need landscaping design find us. Here are some reasons why your reviews of us are important. Reviews Influence Consumers When you need a product or service, the first people you ask are friends and family. If […]
Read More ▶The seed catalogs have been out for a while, and it is time to plan your spring vegetable garden. Here are some tips on what to do to get ready to plant. Clean Up and Remove Debris Remove any old plants and debris that are in your garden area. Rake up leaves and other organic […]
Read More ▶In the Kansas City area, we recommend activating your irrigation system around St. Patrick’s Day because this is typically the time of year when the threat of freezing pipes has passed. Starting up your system is more complicated than just turning on the water. Here are the steps we recommend you go through to […]
Read More ▶We would like to introduce our new irrigation division manager. We are excited to announce that we are now offering lawn sprinkler service and repair. Got Here As Soon As He Could Raymond was born in Wichita, Kansas, but moved to Kansas City in high school. He got a degree in agriculture business from K […]
Read More ▶Trends change in landscape design just like they change with interior decor or clothing styles. Here are some trends that are big right now. Native Plants and Sustainable Landscaping As water becomes scarcer and the environmental cost of imported plants becomes better known, native plants and sustainable landscaping are more important than ever. Native plants […]
Read More ▶Many people engage in a vigorous spring cleaning of the whole house. Don’t forget to clean your outdoor living space, too. Here are some tips on things to be sure and do to prepare for spending a lot of time outside. Clear Debris Over the winter, leaves and other debris end up on your patio, […]
Read More ▶Spring is a wonderful time in the garden, but it can bring some problems. Here are some of the problems we at Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping see the most and how to solve them. Weed Infestation Weeds start to grow in the spring just when the plants you want need the most nutrients. In addition, […]
Read More ▶Watching birds is a nice way to spend some time in the winter when it is too cold outside for people to be comfortable. Feeding birds makes sure you have some birds to watch. Here are some winter bird feeding tips to help you attract the birds you want to your yard. Food Determines Bird […]
Read More ▶Over the years, Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping has heard a lot of myths about caring for your lawn and garden. Here are our top myths and what plants really need to survive the winter and early spring. Myth: Plants don’t need water in winter. While plants are dormant in the winter, that doesn’t mean they […]
Read More ▶Trees and shrubs are valuable members of your outdoor living space. Protect your investment by winterizing trees and shrubs to avoid winter damage. Mulching Mulch is always helpful, but it is especially helpful in the winter. A three-inch-deep layer of mulch helps keep the soil moist and helps stabilize the soil temperature. Don’t let the […]
Read More ▶During the winter, the weather often prevents us from gardening outdoors. However, there are a number of ways to garden indoors that can keep us occupied. Here is a selection of indoor gardening projects to keep you gardening until it gets warm again. Herb Garden Having fresh herbs to cook with makes all your dishes […]
Read More ▶Keeping your outdoor living area looking appealing during the winter can be difficult. Most of the plants are dormant and there may even be a layer of snow covering your landscape. However, there are ways that you can add interest to your winter garden. Here are some tips from our experience in the garden. Evergreen […]
Read More ▶We at Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping want to thank you for a great year and a great decade. Even with the constant challenges that come with growth, our team has stuck together and made it another successful season. We made it through the summer heat and drought into the fall with a long list of […]
Read More ▶At Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping, winter is for construction which means hardscapes and carpentry. As long as we have dug out the foundation before the soil freezes, we can work through the winter building all kinds of stone and paver projects from retaining walls to patios, fire pits, and outdoor kitchens. Winter is also a […]
Read More ▶Ready or not, here comes the snow. Are you prepared to deal with de-icing your hardscape? Here are some suggestions we have used to keep things snow and ice-free. Snow Shovels A snow shovel is definitely different from a garden or digging shovel. For one thing, snow shovels are usually lighter and wider, around 18-24 […]
Read More ▶As the holiday season and winter beckons, it is time to prepare your plants for the cold. Here are the things we at Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping do so our customers’ plants go into the winter prepared. Watering First off don’t forget to water. We are still experiencing drought conditions in our area and this […]
Read More ▶The holiday season is fast approaching. We know you want your outdoor living space to look its best, so we have some suggestions for getting ready for the fall holiday season. Pumpkins and Gourds Pumpkins and gourds are stacked everywhere. They add lots of fall colors to table arrangements and patio displays. When carving your […]
Read More ▶If you have pets you love as well as want an impressive and safe outdoor living area, you need to consider your pets’ needs along with your own when designing your landscape. We try to build in as many of the following areas in a pet-friendly landscape as possible. Mulched Areas For Paths Many dogs […]
Read More ▶Football season is here, and the town is painted red every weekend. One of the best places to hold a watch party is in your outdoor living area. As you get ready to entertain, here are some things you can do to be prepared. Lighting The sun has started going down earlier. Check all your […]
Read More ▶The heat of summer is finally starting to fade, and Labor Day is over. That means it is time to swap your tattered summer flowers for new fall ones. Here are some of our favorite flowers to plant for fall color. Chrysanthemums Chrysanthemums are spectacular bursts of color. Originally a golden yellow, chrysanthemums have been […]
Read More ▶In September, Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping will be celebrating ten years of service to the Kansas City area. To celebrate, we are throwing ourselves a party. We hope you and your family can join us. Get your tickets on Eventbrite, and help us help others for a great cause. Giving Back We are not just […]
Read More ▶While it is hot now, fall is coming. Remember, fall is the best time to plant shrubs in your landscape. Look around at the shrubs that have not survived the intense cold and then intense heat this year. Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping recommends the following shrubs to replace your dead or dying ones, or to […]
Read More ▶It is no secret that we are in the middle of a major drought and an historic heat wave. Our landscape plants need water to survive the heat and drought. Here are some things we at Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping suggest to keep your plants and landscapes in good condition this summer. Trees Trees add […]
Read More ▶For hardscapes to look their best, they need regular maintenance. Hardscapes consist of the non-permeable parts of the landscape like pavers and concrete. Lack of maintenance makes these features dirty and could even destabilize the pavers over time. Sweep or Blow Clean Regularly The first maintenance item is to sweep or blow clean your hardscapes […]
Read More ▶I want to introduce you to Ian Templeton, our hardscape foreman and outdoor specialist. He leads the hardscape team, building paver and stone patios, walls, fire features, and outdoor kitchens. He is currently wrapping up a project in Prairie Village with a front stone walk along with 2 back patios, a fire pit, and a […]
Read More ▶As wonderful as summer is, the season brings weeds to our landscape beds. Hopefully, your landscape beds have had a fresh coat of mulch this season, which will be the best way to help keep weeds at bay, but there most likely will still be some. Here are some ways we deal with weeds at […]
Read More ▶After our article on evaluating your landscape, you may have found some plants that are not doing well and need to go. You may also have found some holes in your landscaping. Consider putting one of our favorite perennials in instead. These perennials are hardy and do not need much water and fertilizer to thrive. […]
Read More ▶Late May is a good time to evaluate your landscape. By this time of year, most plants have begun to sprout and leaf out. Take a walk around your property and look at what is working and what doesn’t look so good. It’s usually not hard to spot a struggling plant in a healthy garden. […]
Read More ▶Instead of giving the special person in your life a bouquet of flowers that will die in a week sitting on the dining room table. This year, consider giving them a whole pot of colorful living flowers that last all season long. Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping experts will design a colorful planter just for you, […]
Read More ▶With spring rains falling, you may be experiencing some problems with stormwater management. Are there places where the soil is eroding? Does stormwater get into your home or pool in your yard after a heavy rain? If so, here are some things that can help manage that water, so it doesn’t cause problems for you […]
Read More ▶Over the last couple of months, we at Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping have been discussing how to maintain your equipment and landscape beds. You also need to maintain the lights that show off your landscape and outdoor living spaces. Here are the steps we recommend. Total System Inspection We recommend a total system inspection. This […]
Read More ▶Spring starts March 23rd this year, and Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping gets really busy this time of year. What are we doing? Spring maintenance for the landscapes we manage. Freshen Bed Edges Defining the edges of the landscape beds is very important. We use a shovel to cut a four-to-six-inch edge along the landscape bed. […]
Read More ▶It is time to spruce up your lawn equipment for spring. At Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping, we spend a lot of time in the winter and all year maintaining our equipment, so it is ready when we build your landscape or maintain it. Home Maintenance Recommendations Here is some of the lawn equipment you might […]
Read More ▶At Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping, we are getting our customer’s plants and landscape beds ready for spring. We want our plants to be ready to grow when the weather warms up and our landscape beds to look sharp. Here are the steps we take this time of year. Ornamental Grasses Ornamental grasses need to be […]
Read More ▶If you are having pavers installed, you will need something to fill the spaces where the pavers meet. We will educate you on the options and expectations for filling and maintaining the joints of your patio pavers. Flexible Pavement System First of all, it is important to understand that concrete pavers, in general, are designed […]
Read More ▶We use 3D design whenever possible to design outdoor living spaces. Here are some reasons why designing with 3D design models provides much more value compared to simple 2D plan drawings.Figure 1 – 3D Deck & Patio Layout Elevation Changes and Heights of Plant Material We do all of our designing to scale with your property. […]
Read More ▶Composting is the process of using microbes to break down organic matter into a rich, fertile, humus. This composted material, referred to as compost can then be used to enrich your landscape and encourage your plants to grow. Organic Matter Compost adds organic matter to the soil. This organic matter becomes fertilizer for the plants […]
Read More ▶December is the time of the year that many people decorate their houses and outdoor living spaces for the holidays. We love decorating for the holidays and have some suggestions for what you can do. Lights Lights really brighten up the outdoors this season. There are two ways you can go with holiday lights: temporary […]
Read More ▶You might think that since Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping is a landscape design and construction company that winter is our down season. We actually do keep busy in the winter. In fact, we are running the following special for winter. From now through Dec. 15th, any new installation contracts will receive a 5% discount if […]
Read More ▶Recently, some clients have inquired about why Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping quotes for landscape design and installation are higher than our competitors. Here are some reasons why we provide more value. Experienced Team Our company’s founder Andrew L. Wright (Andy), has 25 years of experience in designing and building residential landscapes of all shapes and […]
Read More ▶Fall is here, and the sun sets lower each night. While there are many ways to light your outdoor living space to maximize the time you can play outside; we like automated low-voltage LED lighting systems. What Are Automated Low Voltage LED Lighting Systems? These systems use low-voltage wires that are thin and less visible […]
Read More ▶Since we did our article on fire features last October, we have been getting a lot of questions about whether to use wood or natural gas when installing new fire features. Here are the pros and cons of each so you can make up your mind on what you want to install. Wood-Burning Fire Features […]
Read More ▶Now that the hot summer is over, our thoughts turn to football watch parties and other outdoor activities. This season is an excellent time to garden. If you are considering adding plants to your landscape, fall is a good time to do it. Good for Planning Now is a good time to look at your […]
Read More ▶I want you to meet Henry Thompson, our field supervisor. Henry’s job has several responsibilities. He manages the production of projects, including pre-construction planning and scheduling, as well as material procurement and logistics for the Blue Crew. He checks in regularly with customers and the on-site foreman to ensure the project meets our quality standards […]
Read More ▶With football season starting up, we know you will be having watch parties at home. Want to up your game this year? Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping can help you put on a great party in your outdoor living space! BBQ What is a party without food? In Kansas City, that means BBQ! The best BBQ […]
Read More ▶Are you interested in working with plants? There are a wide variety of outdoor fields you can get training in so you can work in both rural and urban settings. Here are a few of the choices: Landscape architecture Landscape design Turf grass specialist Arborist Floral designer Golf course manager Greenhouse manager Horticulturalist Plant pathologist […]
Read More ▶Over the years, we at Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping have seen shrubs come, and shrubs go. Our favorites are hardy, last through whatever weather Mother Nature dishes out, and look great. Any of these shrubs would make a great addition to your landscape. Different Shrubs for Different Reasons Some of these shrubs are evergreen and […]
Read More ▶Summers are becoming increasingly hot and that is hard on our plants. This article discusses some ways you can increase your plant’s chances of survival by the way you water them. Three Ways to Water There are three ways to water your plants during the summer. Watering is best done between 5 a.m. -10:00 a.m. […]
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