Heinen Landscape & Irrigation

08/28/2026

Professionally designed and installed outdoor lighting systems that transform landscapes and gardens into masterpieces of light and shadow rely largely on placement and fixture selection.

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08/26/2026

Retaining walls can be a beautiful and multifunctional element of home hardscape design, enhancing your outdoor space while also solving frustrating drainage issues.

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08/24/2026

Dry or patchy spots often indicate a coverage issue – overwatering some areas while others receive little to no water. Adjusting sprinkler heads, replacing outdated components, or having the irrigation zones professionally reconfigured can help ensure that every inch of the property receives proper coverage.

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08/21/2026

Using different plantings, such as evergreen trees, dense hedges, shrubs, and flowers, creates a layered “screen” effect that blocks the view from outside the space. By mixing different plant types of varying heights, textures, and bloom seasons, outdoor spaces remain private and naturally dynamic year-round.

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08/19/2026

Warmth, ambiance, and unmistakable luxury can be added to any outdoor space with the addition of a fire feature. Evening gatherings can now extend well into the night. A flickering fire invites relaxation and inspires nighttime conversation.

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08/17/2026

Sprinklers running at midday waste water through evaporation before the needed irrigation can be absorbed by the soil. On the other hand, sprinkler sessions that occur in the evening can result in unabsorbed water sitting on grass and plantings for too long – which is a risk for mold.

Optimally, sprinklers should run in the early morning hours, just before sunrise. This gives the soil time to absorb the water, and excess moisture evaporates as the day warms up.

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08/14/2026

If you're struggling with your landscape plans or are just looking for a place to start, check out Heinen's FREE Landscape Guide! This guide has helpful information on planning, designing, choosing plantings, and more.

Access the guide here—https://heinenlandscape.com/heinen-free-landscape-guide/

08/12/2026

If an existing fence itself has become the primary visual focus of a yard, consider adding plants along the bordering areas of the fence. Plants with varied heights, textures, and colors tend to enhance the natural beauty of the space and can improve the view significantly.

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08/10/2026

Pooling water that lingers after a watering session is a clear sign of an irrigation issue. The culprit could be a broken underground pipe, a cracked sprinkler head, simply running the sprinklers for too long, or a low spot in the lawn. If not resolved in a timely manner, those overly saturated zones can easily become sources of erosion.

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08/07/2026

Heinen’s FREE Plant Catalog is easy to read, understand, and use. Whether you're looking for something specific or just want to browse, you can use the various filters such as plant types and growing conditions to find the perfect plants for your project.

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Your guide to some of the best plants for Kansas City's climate in sun or shade: trees, grasses, perennials and groundcover.