A common problem with evergreen trees and shrubs in Colorado during the winter is desiccation, or “drying out.” Desiccation, also referred to as winter burn, is the shedding or dying-off of evergreen leaves and branches during the winter months. This is particularly problematic in Colorado because the trifecta of 1) high winds, 2) freezing temperatures,…
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Once your plants are prepped for the cold, it’s important to also plan for hardscape maintenance during the winter. Fountains, pathways, and walls—anything constructed from wood, bricks, concrete, metal, or stone—need special attention during the deep freeze. Beyond maintenance, winter is also an ideal time to design and install hardscape! While everyone else waits till…
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As winter creeps in this year and snow begins to dust the West, it’s important to consider the toll this cold weather will take on your trees and shrubs. Proper winter tree and shrub care are vital to the overall look and appeal of your landscape once the snow starts to melt and shoots of…
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The Marketing and Merchandising Excellence (MAME) Awards, presented by the Sales & Marketing Council and HBA of Metro Denver, awarded Lifescape with the honor of Best Promotional Video. The award was presented at the MAME Awards Ceremony on November 9th in Denver.
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The holidays are around the corner, which means it’s time to get festive both indoors and out. When it comes to dressing your exterior for the coming season, the options for decor are endless—keep it neutral with a modern aesthetic? Go all out with maximalist style? Or maybe somewhere in between? You don’t need to…
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With freezing temperatures in the immediate future, we all turn our thoughts to winterization. Failure to prepare your landscape for winter can cause costly damages to your irrigation system, structures and plants. Proper winterization includes shutting off irrigation correctly, preparing your landscape for spring growth, and protecting your trees and plants from the winter chill….
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