GROUND COVER PERENNIALS NOW $14.99
If you're thinking about replacing some traditional turf with groundcover, late August through September is a great time to get started. Mix and match a 6-count flat of select 3-inch groundcover perennials for $14.99, and use them to fill difficult areas, add texture, and create more habitat for pollinators. Stop in and build a bundle that works for you and your landscape this weekend.
COOL SEASON VEGGIES NOW $6.99
Your summer veggie garden might be winding down, but the gardening season is far from over. Kick start your fall harvest now by swinging by any Family Tree Nursery location for a mix and match deal on 3" leafy greens and vegetables. Pick 6 for just $6.99!
PLANTING GRASS SEED
September is prime time to seed your lawn. Warm soil encourages quick germination, while cooler air temperatures give new grass a chance to establish strong roots before winter. In this video, Jonah walks through the process of preparing your soil, choosing the right seed for your situation, how and when to fertilize, and critical knowledge around watering and mowing your newly established grass.
Need a little help? Stop by any of our three locations with your yard dimensions, conditions, and goals and we’ll help you pick the right seed, calculate spreader settings, and get you set up for success this fall.
Fall Rejuvenator supports recovery from summer stress, new seed germination, and early lawn growth. Follow with Winterizer starting in October to strengthen roots and help your lawn retain nutrients through winter.
EZ-Straw® locks your grass seed in place, preventing erosion and retaining the moisture your new grass seed needs when getting established.
New grass seed needs consistent moisture to germinate. Make the job easier with a sprinkler that delivers even coverage where you need it and helps keep new growth on track.
Consistent watering is easier with a timer. Multi-zone options help manage different areas of the lawn and keep your watering regimine on a regular schedule.
The Seed You Need
Every lawn is unique; some get more shade, some more sun, some have terrain that prevents even hydration, and some have a bit of each. Those conditions—along with how you use your yard—can influence which grass seed will perform best. Here's a quick look at the three options Family Tree Nursery carries, each selected for their time-tested performance in real Kansas City yards:
Grass Seed in Kansas City
Heat and drought tolerant, fescue develops deep roots that help it weather the extremes of our Kansas City climate. It performs across a range of sun and moisture conditions, making it a dependable choice for many local lawns.
Dense and lush, bluegrass spreads through rhizomes that help it fill damaged or thin areas quickly. This blend makes for some of the most beautiful lawns in the Kansas City area.
Grow a lawn that can do both! Our Solutions Fescue Blue Mix brings the heat and drought tolerance of fescue with bluegrass's ability to spread and repair thin areas—creating not only a beautiful, but practical option for our climate.
Please note that we have discontinued our Solutions Shady Mix.
TURF GRASS ALTERNATIVES THAT POLLINATORS LOVE
Whether it’s the endless cycle of mowing and watering, the struggle of maintaining difficult areas, or simply wanting to support more pollinators, a non-conventional lawn can offer a practical and beautiful alternative to turf grass.
White Dutch clover can be sown on its own or mixed into an existing lawn, while groundcovers like creeping jenny work well in borders and harder-to-grow areas. Add vinca for mid-yard interest or sedum and ajuga for extra texture and color. Together, these alternatives can create a more diverse landscape while giving bees, butterflies and other pollinators more places to forage.
THE LONG AWAITED MUMS ARE BACK
Prepare your porches and flower beds because mums are finally here! These classic fall flowers are an autumn mainstay in outdoor décor, and for good reason. Their durability and color range bring form and function together into one beautiful landscaping display that lasts all the way until the first frost. Drop by and see the beauty for yourself!
THE GATHERING AT GOLDEN HOUR
September 22nd
Moments to connect. Moments to savor. Moments to remember. As the equinox marks the shift between seasons, our greenhouses transform into a one-night-only pop-up bar for a rare after-hours experience. Settle in for relaxed live music, unforgettable ambiance, and light bites and signature cocktails available for purchase. This fleeting celebration only happens once, so don’t miss your moment.
Join Us for the Gathering at Golden Hour
September 22nd
Moments to connect, savor, and remember. As the equinox marks the shift between seasons, our greenhouses transform into a one-night-only pop-up bar in a rare after-hours experience. Settle in for relaxed live music, unforgettable ambiance, light bites and signature cocktails available for purchase. Reconnect with yourself and your loved ones as we celebrate the autumnal equinox.
Shawnee Fall Festival
September 26th-27th | Shawnee Store
Join us for a weekend of family fun as our Shawnee location transforms into an unforgettable autumn celebration. This free event features live music, food trucks, a petting zoo, and a corn pit; plus in-store specials and the city’s most impressive display of mums, pumpkins, and seasonal décor. This event is at our Shawnee store only!