With today's busy lifestyles, who has the time to do hours of landscape maintenance? And with Colorado drought restrictions, as well as concerns about the environmental impact of traditional landscaping, many homeowners are looking for grass-free landscape ideas....
Whether you are designing a new landscape or just looking for a way to spruce up your existing yard, landscape lighting is a feature you should consider. While it is easy to think of what your yard looks like during the day, nighttime offers a wealth of creativity...
Water runoff can be a problem in your landscape, but you don't have to settle for a boring solution. You can create a realistic-looking dry creek bed with large rocks, stones, plants and more that will artistically funnel water runoff, making it look like a river....
Xeriscaped or grass-free landscapes present some unique challenges when it comes to adding plants and features. You have to consider watering as well as design requirements. The poppy mallow flower, or winecup, is perfect for Xeriscaped lawns, as it provides color and...
Smaller yards are coming back in vogue due to people living in denser neighborhoods and desiring to minimize landscape maintenance. Let's say you want to exercise your green thumb this spring, but you don't have a lot of space. Consider vertical gardens to take...
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...
Driveways form the gateway to your home, guiding guests to your front porch and the entrance to your home. But, is your driveway doing it all it can to make the most of this important role? In addition to a stunning design that complements your property's layout and...
Landscape edging forms the border of beautiful flower beds and can frame the rest of your Colorado landscape design, while directing pathways and leading the eye along a visual journey. In casual gardens or landscapes that mimic a more natural plant environment, we...
Shrubs are an instrumental part of every garden’s ecosystem. They provide shade, improve soil stability, enhance air quality, and create habitats for all types of wildlife. Certain shrubs like sea buckthorn and silver buffaloberry can be used to create natural...
Lighting is an integral part of your Denver outdoor living design. In addition to utilitarian reasons, like safety and the ability to see the people you are spending time with, lighting creates a magical ambiance. Plus, you can use specialty lighting to highlight your...