This time of year can feel like Mr. Toad's Wild Ride when it comes to the weather patterns in the Colorado Rockies. Warm, spring-like days that have gardener's hands itching to get in the soil are followed by unexpected storms and freezing temperatures. In other...
Are you itching to start your spring planting? We understand, but you're rolling the dice this time of year since we're still too far out from the official start of spring; future snow storms and freezes are a given. The good news is you can still put those green...
A well-designed garden is a balancing act. You want to balance landscaping selections with water availability. You will balance color, plant heights, and seasonal interest. Hardscaping installations are balanced with plants to create focal points and functional...
Any experienced Colorado gardener knows spring gardening is tricky business. We can have weeks - or even months - of mild weather, only to find ourselves buried in snow on Memorial Day weekend. Thus, spring planting requires planning for the right plants for your...
Once the last snow melts and sunny days outnumber the cloudy ones, garden pathways can look a bit bedraggled. Often, our clients' pathways need more sprucing up than their plant and flower beds do. Photo: Lifescape Colorado. via Houzz Tips for Updating Garden Paths...
When you think of attractive landscape structures, odds are you envision gazebos, fountains, fireplaces and other hardscape designs found most typically in a backyard. Your front yard, however, may also be begging for a little structural attention and curb appeal. 5...
Geometric designs have been used in landscape designs for thousands of years. Greeks and Romans used boxwood hedges, which were manipulated into the shapes and arrangements they wanted, whether it be a manicured plant in the shape of an animal or part of an intricate...
Ideally, landscape design is about creating focal points in gardens and yards. The hardscape and plant materials used are carefully selected and implemented in a way that takes visitors on a visual journey. A meandering path may lead to a quiet seating area or a water...
Need some colorful garden fantasies to help while away these grayer winter days? Get out your scratch paper and begin sketching the plans for colorful container designs that will add instant color to your spring gardens. We love container gardens here at Lifescape...
Energy-conscious homeowners have already made the switch to more efficient interior lighting sources but many are slow to follow suit with their exterior lights. LED lighting for gardens and landscapes is a cost-efficient and sustainable way to provide ample task and...