4 Areas of Your Landscape Where a Sprinkler System Will Be Beneficial in the Leawood and Lenexa, KS Areas
Having a sprinkler system installed in the Leawood and Lenexa, KS area allows you to sit back and enjoy your green grass, flowering plants, and other landscape staples without having to worry if everything is getting enough—or too much—water. There are several areas of your landscape that could benefit from a consistent, programmable sprinkler system.
Grass
Whether we’re in the middle of a hot summer heatwave or dealing with a fall drought, sprinkler systems ensure that your front, back, and side yards are getting the ideal amount of water to thrive.
Are you not sure if your lawn is getting enough water or could benefit from an irrigation system? If your grass is not a consistent green color throughout, then it is likely not getting enough water. When you walk on your grass, it should bounce back without leaving an obvious trail where you have walked—if you can see your tracks, then it is likely not getting the right amount of water.
If your lawn has bald patches or any areas with thinner grass than the rest, then your grassy areas could likely benefit from a sprinkler system, in addition to a consistent fertilization schedule. Your lawn should be thick and lush throughout—any areas in which this is not the case highlight areas that could use some additional help.
Landscape Beds
The beautiful arrangements of various flowers and plantings in your landscape beds do not need to be on the same watering schedule as your lawn. A sprinkler system that accommodates the exact needs of the different zones throughout your landscape uses an efficient and effective amount of water to keep all living things thriving during the warmer months. Sprinkler heads can be added to landscape beds to help them blend in while ensuring enough water gets to your plants.
Trees
The specific amount of water each tree needs will depend on the type of tree it is and how deeply its roots grow. A tree that grows faster might be able to grow its roots deep enough into the soil that it can survive without any trouble through even the hottest days of summer. Other trees might need help all year long, or in particularly dry conditions.
These newer trees that need water until their roots grow deep enough can benefit from timed, deep watering systems that give them water several times per week. The result of these systems is healthier trees that are more likely to continue adding to the beauty and design of your home for decades to come.
Shrubs
We’re lucky enough to be in an agricultural zone in which many beautiful, colorful flowers and greenery can flourish, and in a place where some of the most lovely green plants can be firmly rooted. But the shrubs that provide privacy and additional greenery throughout your landscape need regular water, too. A sprinkler system can take the place of daily watering so you do not have to worry about remembering to water your shrubs—and they won’t have to go without the nourishment they need.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
John T. Hermes, our founder, was a man with a dream and a remarkable blend of business acumen and agricultural passion. After graduating from Oklahoma State University with a degree in Agriculture, he spent a decade in agriculture chemical sales and the military before founding Country Fair Lawns in 1965, which later became Hermes Landscaping. Despite his passing, his vision and passion continue to drive the Hermes team, inspiring them to uphold his legacy and commitment to excellence in the company's endeavors.