August 18 2020
Add Atkins to Your School Supply List
We all know this school year is going to be different than any year we’ve ever experienced. Are you: A) An employee of a school district gearing up to go back to school.B) A parent gearing up to send your child off to school. C) A parent gearing up for remote learning. No matter how you answered, […] Read More
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June 23 2020
Chance of snow this weekend!
We all know Missouri weather is often unpredictable, but snow in the summer? It actually happened in May 2013 when 2-4″ of snow fell in the Ozarks. While we more than likely won’t get snow in August, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t start making your winter weather plans now. Many people are making “COVID […] Read More
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May 28 2020
5 Ways to Survive the 2020 Summer
Summer is just around the corner and the one thing you can always count on in Missouri in the summer is — nothing. Missouri summers are as unpredictable as our winters. Don’t worry! The team at Atkins is here to help. What we do know for sure is: it will be hot. there will be […] Read More
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October 15 2019
Late Fall Fertilizing: Gearing up for Green
Year after year, the weather roller coaster of mid-Missouri always keeps us on our toes. With record heat over the month of September and then an early frost in October, your lawn had some ups and downs. Cool season lawns have “greened up” nicely for the Fall and the warm season grasses are headed into […] Read More
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October 7 2019
The leaves are falling. Now what?
Ah…fall. Cooler temps, bonfires and leaves. Lots and lots of leaves. Eventually, those beautiful leaves fall to the ground, and if you have a lot of trees around your property, you also have a lot of leaves. Now what? Do you rake them up or leave them lie? We polled random people about raking their […] Read More
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June 26 2019
Employee Spotlight: Bryan Andrews
Congratulations, Bryan, on your 11th anniversary with Atkins! ! If you’ve had any tree work done around your home or business, you may have seen him around. Bryan has more than 20 years of experience in the “green” industry with positions related to turf management, landscaping, tree and shrub care, viticulture, holiday lighting, grounds maintenance […] Read More
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June 17 2019
Japanese Beetles: The Emerald Green Epidemic
The first day of summer is rapidly approaching, and with that comes BBQ’s, swimming and basking in the sun. Ahhhh! It also brings heat, humidity and bugs, specifically the Japanese Beetle. Ugh! Have you ever had a run in with these bad bugs? If so, you have first-hand experience on the amount of damage they […] Read More
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March 14 2017
Tree Care 101: What to Expect in The Coming Months
Contrary to popular belief, a severe (cold) winter does not greatly reduce the insect population, but an early spring can greatly increase their numbers. High average temps in early spring can bring pests out of their winter hibernation early which allows them to complete more life cycles. Read More
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If we happen to have a long dry spell, watering your trees and shrubs may be needed even if they are still in their winter dormancy. The root system is still working and although the growth and activities have slowed, the plants still need moisture this time of year. Read More
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October 20 2015
Fall Turf Tips
Drought conditions have plagued the Central Missouri region and have wreaked havoc on much of our turf. Although many of us do not have an in-ground irrigation system, any supplemental watering during a drought period like this can go a long way to keep your grass alive where possible. Read More
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