Ask the Patch Pro: Seeking Lawn and Garden Experts

Patch is looking for experts who can answer readers' lawn and garden related questions as we approach warmer weather.

It's spring and that means it's time to prepare your yard for warmer weather and Patch wants to help you find the answers to all your questions, but we can't do it alone.  In the latest edition of "Ask the Patch Pro" we need local experts who can answer readers' lawn and garden questions and offer advice. If you consider yourself an expert and can answer these questions and more, let us know two ways. One: You can leave a comment on this post along with your email address. Two: You can send an email to jordan.lanham@patch.com. We need experts to answer questions on Thursday, April 11.  Curious as to what we are looking for? Take a look at some of our previous Patch Pro posts: Have a suggestion for another edition of Patch Pro? Let us know …

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Jordan Lanham

4:00 pm on Monday, April 8, 2013

Thanks Meg! I will add you to our expert list!   more ›

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Celebrating Easter in Grand Style

Schnucks in Ladue has everything for the holiday meal. Boned in sweet hams, turkeys, hot-crossed buns, fresh salmon; the many wines and the fresh flowers.

One of the holiest days in the Christian World is upon us. Lent is over and millions of Christians will celebrate the rebirth of Christ Sunday on Easter. The Schnucks Store in the Ladue Crossing has everything to celebrate the holiday meal. Come visit with Sue Easterwood in the flower department; Paul Guittar behind the meat counter; and all the folks who will make this a special day. The floral department is stocked with a wide variety of Easter flowers. They have a lot of tulips, lilies, and other fresh flowers to go. Eastwood noted that this time last year, it was so warm that bedding plants were already outside for sale. The meat department features sweet boned in hams ready to be carved for the holiday table. Warm it up, glaze it and …

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Spring 2011 Fashion: Accessories

We track the must-have trends for women's fashion accessories this season.

Whether you're looking for accessories for everyday use or special occasions this spring, stores in Ladue and Frontenac have you covered with the latest trends. Hot Colors: Coral and Blue Coral and blue are the colors that seem to be dominating fashion this spring. The best example of coral can be seen at Kate Spade in Plaza Frontenac, where they're featuring a variety of handbags ($325-445) in the color. Codi, the Boutique has a great coral necklace ($225) for those who just want a hint of the color in their look. For blue accessories, Mister Guy Ladies has a great selection of vibrantly-colored headbands ($26-28) that provide a perfect pop of color. Floral Prints and Shapes Whether it's on jewelry, handbags, shoes or scarves, floral …

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All I Want for Valentine's Day Is...

Five people at Plaza Frontenac share their thoughts on the perfect Valentine's Day gifts and experiences.

Aside from a couple's anniversary, Valentine's Day is perhaps the most romantic day of the year. Attempting to find the perfect gift for a loved one can be stressful, and while some people like the standard flowers, candy and jewelry, others like gifts such as trips or a romantic dinner prepared at home. Most of the people Ladue-Frontenac Patch spoke with at Plaza Frontenac said they prefer original gifts or even experiences such as a weekend in wine country instead of gifts. However, while getting to spend some quality time with the person you love is great, the consensus was that something along the lines of a little "bling bling" or a dozen roses would be a perfect added bonus to a fantastic Valentine's Day. Check out the video to see …

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