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Gorgeous Grasses To Design With

Gorgeous Grasses To Design With

Grass serves as the foundation of most backyards and gardens, but it can also be used to incorporate amazing designs while also keeping water consumption down. Check out these ornamental grasses that are ideal for Colorado landscapes. Ornamental grasses like Blue Avena or Little Bluestem require very low water with attractive silvery blue foliage. Elijah Blue fescue…

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Bullet Proof Perennials

Bullet Proof Perennials

Perennials suited for the Denver climate provide your garden with year after year of foliage and blooms. Plants that can handle Colorado’s drought-tolerant landscape and provide your backyard with color comes easy when you use these bullet proof perennials. May night salvia These deep violet-purple flowers sprout up to 18 inches with a green foundation….

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Dealing With Yellow Grass

Dealing With Yellow Grass

Do you see patches of straw-colored sections in your yard? While the initial diagnosis may be your turf isn’t getting enough water, there’s a common turf disease making the rounds in Colorado. Ascochyta leaf blight is a common problem on Kentucky bluegrass lawns according to a report by Colorado State University. The Ascochyta fungus “likely…

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Colorado’s Seasonal Coloring

Colorado’s Seasonal Coloring

Colorado’s gold Aspen trees stand out in the fall, creating a variety of colors that draw visitors from all over the world to experience this natural exhibition. If you don’t want to swat at insects while inspecting your backyard showcase, try these tips to attract butterflies and detract insects in your gardens.   Bring on the butterflies –Rabbitbrush and the Butterfly…

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Trends In Landscaping

Trends In Landscaping

  By definition, a trend acknowledges a movement in a general direction. Here in Colorado, residents have moved towards enjoying the space outside their home. Take advantage of these trends in your landscape for another reason to step outside. Outdoor Living: Bring the beauty of your home to the outdoors by extending your living area…

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Water-Efficient Landscape Tips

Water-Efficient Landscape Tips

  The relatively low humidity in Denver means beautiful sun-filled days. It also means conserving water is important. If you’re interested in creating a water-efficient landscape for your home or property, make sure you incorporate these four tips into your outdoor project. Soil Prep – Before you start planting, good soil prep is key to…

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Sustainable Landscape Solutions

Sustainable Landscape Solutions

Whether it is adding smart irrigation controllers or incorporating native plants, more Coloradoans are looking for sustainable landscape design and finding innovative ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Here are some viable options to consider: Irrigation smart controllers – Nature and technology come together to produce substantial water savings with built-in features to adjust for the optimal sprinkler run…

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Our New Location Is Getting Noticed

Our New Location Is Getting Noticed

We are very excited about our new location at 455 S. Platte River Drive. What’s even more exciting is that we were featured in the Colorado Real Estate Journal. Take a look at the article here and make sure to share with your friends.      

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Design Styles You’ll Love

Design Styles You’ll Love

The landscape of your home can become an ideal location to enjoy all that a Colorado summer can provide and provide curb appeal to passers-by. Whether you desire a colorful garden in the morning sun, a place to meditate in the afternoons or the ideal location for a barbecue dinner party; here are inspirational landscape design…

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