Have you ever proudly planted a garden that you lovingly watered, weeded and sunned, only to have the once-promising harvest not grow beyond the sprouted stage? What could have gone wrong? Perhaps it was the soil. Poor soil conditions can influence the success of your garden, which would have benefited from a test to make…
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The natural landscape of Colorado can prove to be a challenge when developing a landscape design. The slopes of various degrees and gentle hills call for meticulous planning in order to create a design that wows. But rather than grade the slopes and hills down, we’re often able to use these to our advantage by…
Continue ReadingLike architecture and interior design, landscape architecture is an art. It requires special knowledge and understanding of how shapes, lines, colors and materials can be carefully and creatively combined to achieve an aesthetic that is beautiful and engaging. Everything from the borders of flower beds to the types of grasses and materials used for retaining…
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As Realty Times says, “That first impression is everything. Even if you’re in a market where homes are selling quickly and for full asking price, it’s still key to spruce up your home and prove that it’s worth every penny you’re asking.” But home staging isn’t only about the interiors. First impressions are often made…
Continue ReadingWhile the Colorado snow season hasn’t said its final farewells just yet, the spring growing season will be greeting us before we know it. But, as we all know, the start of the Colorado growing season also means the start of water restrictions. To help you start the season off right, we’re sharing some wonderful…
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Is working in the yard a chore that always gets pushed to the bottom of your to-do list? Some find working with plants outdoors as an enjoyable and relaxing experience, but for others, it’s the last thing they want to do after a long day of work or during their precious free-time. Throw in the…
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Maybe you live in the city of Denver and don’t have the right land or square footage. Maybe you’ve tried, but something – be it the sun, soil, drainage, etc. – just wasn’t right. No matter what your gardening challenges may be, you don’t have to throw in the towel (or should we say shovel)…
Continue ReadingOutdoor living is all about creating spaces where you can enjoy your beautiful landscape and the great outdoors in complete comfort. This means making sure your space not only has the necessary furniture and features but also the ambiance to create an inspiring and relaxing environment. Let’s explore some ways to turn an ordinary space into…
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When surrounded by mountains or the Denver city skyline, it’s easy for residential landscapes to get lost in the mix. There are, however, ways to make sure the individual elements in your Colorado landscape are getting the attention they deserve. One of the most common ways is to play with height. In the same way…
Continue ReadingColorado life is all about the view! In the winter, it’s the snow-capped mountains. But in the spring, it’s all about bright greenery and colorful wildflowers. If you are looking to redesign your Colorado landscape to get the most of your warm-weather views, here are five questions to ask yourself before you get started. 1….
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