Container gardens offer versatility and beautiful spring flair to Colorado gardens. Weather can be unpredictable, but containers allow you to bring plants indoors when temperatures drop or if a bad storm is looming. Check out these ideas for fun, practical and...
The water cycle is a contained loop that relies on precipitation, collection and evaporation. Unfortunately, pavement-rich environments make it difficult for water to percolate back to earth's groundwater layer, as well as to the ocean. Permeable pavers are an...
What tops your wish list for the ultimate outdoor living space? In most cases, our clients' favorite features are those that allow for socializing, dining, relaxing and a few fun activities. Of course, all of these elements are interwoven with gorgeous plants, trees...
Are you looking for a beautiful plant to add to your landscape design? If so, we at Lifescape Colorado recommend Blue Avena Grass, also called Blue Oat Grass. If you get started now, this gorgeous plant can be established just in time to benefit from its midsummer...
Landscape designers often speak about the importance of adding three-dimensional interest, as well as color and texture, to outdoor spaces. This can be done by integrating a well-manicured lawn or rock garden to the bottom of your landscape, planting trees in a range...
Who determines what's trending and what's out in the world of landscape design? In the case of the most popular outdoor design trends of 2014, we're taking our information from the American Society of Landscape Architects, and there's no arguing their survey...
Are you interested in practicing a gardening technique that doesn't involve toxic fertilizers and pesticides? Do you want to grow a landscape that conserves one of our most precious resources? If so, it sounds like you're interested in designing a sustainable...
A fundamental part of maintaining a sustainable landscape design is to minimize your impact on the Colorado water table. Even a backyard landscape with ornamental grasses or a water feature, you can make smart decisions to reduce your water usage. Water-wise...
When you live in our dry Rocky Mountain climate, water conservation is a top priority. Our water resources are precious, and after planning for water-wise landscaping in Colorado, installing and maintaining a drip irrigation system is the single most important thing...
Weeding is a great way to spend time outdoors, get a little exercise and be productive in your garden. But when weeds proliferate, and you're tired of spending countless hours in a seemingly endless endeavor, it's tempting to grab the strongest chemical weed killer on...