Mulch is one of the simplest yet most powerful tools for a healthy, vibrant landscape. It locks in moisture, suppresses weeds, regulates soil temperature, and even improves soil health over time. But while spreading mulch may seem like an easy DIY project, there’s more to it than meets the eye. DIY Mulching: Where You Can…
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In the hustle and bustle of city life, finding moments of peace can feel like a luxury. Yet, urban gardens are providing an essential escape — spaces where we can reconnect with nature, recharge our minds, and strengthen our communities. At Lifescape Colorado, we know that these green spaces do more than beautify the environment;…
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Winter might feel like a time to relax, but your landscape still needs some love to thrive through the colder months with a little winter landscaping maintenance. January is the perfect time to tackle a few essential tasks to set your yard up for success this spring. Here’s how to keep your outdoor space in…
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Winter brings cozy evenings by the fire, snow-dusted landscapes, and — unfortunately — driveways and sidewalks buried under layers of snow and ice. While a fresh blanket of snow might look picturesque, it also poses hazards and challenges for homeowners. Effective snow removal and property maintenance aren’t just about convenience; they’re about safety, protecting your…
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Recently we offered some landscape insider tips for Colorado Homes & Lifestyles magazine to share with their readers. The conversation meandered from top trends to materials shortages. 2022 is yet another year of unprecedented change in the landscape industry. It is hard to share tips and trends without mentioning the unique circumstances surrounding supply and…
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2022 has already been a great year for getting noticed by our peers and landscape industry experts! Thank you to Colorado Green magazine for featuring our project on your cover! Colorado Green magazine is published by the Association of Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC). Having our project on the cover of an issue focused on…
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Make your house the envy of the block with these insider tips. It might seem a little early to be busting out the twinkle lights, but fall is the ideal time to start planning how you’re going to light up your yard for the holidays. After all, it’s far easier to spend a little quality…
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Learn how to give your landscape life and color long after the warm days of summer. When most of us think of annuals, we think of the large flats of impatiens and petunias, marigolds and zinnias that add life and color to our flowerbeds and containers for the summer. But as the days begin to…
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More and more these days, our focus for Denver landscape designs in this semi-arid climate is turning to water-wise landscaping projects. Homeowners are embracing this concept by re-envisioning their yards as meadows. “Meadows are less maintained and look more natural,” says Lifescape Garden Manager Ali Pougiales, “with lots of tall grasses and wildflowers—what you might…
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Summer is an easy time for blooming in Colorado. True, our climate is on the dry side, but with the right plants and the right attention to watering, we can still create lush, abundant gardens to enjoy. But cultivating a stunner of a flower patch takes a little finesse. Here, designer Vejay Bala shares three rules to…
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