The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) is the trade association for the landscape industry and represents the voice of more than 100,000 landscape professionals. Each year this organization hosts the NALP Awards Program at its Landscapes conference to recognize landscape professionals for their exemplary work at a national level. Lifescape Colorado is honored to…
Continue ReadingWater Conservation Tips as the Colorado Drought Continues
The winter brought very little snowfall to the Denver area, and if the predictions of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for spring turn out to be true, the drought situation is likely to worsen over the next few months, National Geographic reports. The Denver region is currently listed as being in an “abnormally dry” state….
Continue ReadingFeatured Plant: Russian Hawthorne Tree
For your Colorado landscape to be successful, it’s important to select plants that are as rugged and hearty as our geography. If you’re looking for a tree that does well in our varied climate and high altitude, turn your attention towards the beautiful Russian Hawthorne Tree (Crataegus ambigua). You don’t have to take our word…
Continue ReadingSpring is Almost Here… Is Your Irrigation System Ready?
Your irrigation system may be the last thing on your mind throughout the winter. However, late winter is the time to make sure your irrigation system is ready to go for the upcoming growing season and especially since conditions have been drier and drought is still of concern. The last thing you (and your landscape)…
Continue ReadingConsider Adding Firewise Plants in Your Landscape
It’s been a rather dry winter and with warmer weather on the horizon, it’s a good time to consider adding some firewise plants to your landscape. These plants are a valuable addition primarily because they can help protect your home and property during fire season. In most cases, firewise plants are ones that retain a…
Continue ReadingProtecting Your Landscape from Winter Pests
A large part of Denver landscape maintenance involves keeping pests at bay. During the cold winter months, rabbits are more adventurous in their foraging. In addition to lacking normal food sources, when there is snow on the ground, it provides the perfect step ladder for fodder that is normally out of reach, putting some of…
Continue ReadingWinter Landscaping: Berry Magic Holly
On a cold winter morning, you may find yourself at the kitchen window – steaming cup of coffee in hand – staring at the….yikes! A barren winter landscape? If you need to put a little more color into your Colorado landscaping this winter, the Berry Magic Holly is a lovely place to start. Add Visual…
Continue ReadingThe Proper Way to Care for Poinsettias
Do you have leftover Poinsettias from your holiday celebrations? With proper care and attention, these lush indoor plants can continue to thrive and provide much-needed color for weeks. With extra special attention, this year’s Poinsettias will be ready to ring in your next New Year as well. How To Take Care of Your Poinsettias Year-Round…
Continue ReadingDon’t Miss Our Winter Hardscape Discount!
There’s no time like the present for planning and executing your 2013 hardscape ideas. Hardscapes are a wonderful way to increase the appeal of your landscape architecture Colorado, but in order to look their very best, your filler softscapes need time to grow. ‘Tis the Season to Begin Your 2013 Hardscape Projects Not only does…
Continue ReadingA Great Fall Season
The fall season is a wonderful time here in Colorado because for those of us who are out in the landscape, whether a gardener or a landscape contractor, in this season the work is getting started, yet there is a wind down for the slow season to come. If you are a gardener, you’ve more…
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