An upper-level pressure ridge is keeping record high temperatures across all of Colorado. The heat has delayed typical fall landscape duties, but winter is coming. You might be wearing short sleeves and shorts, but now is the time to prepare your landscape with preventative maintenance. Plant Your Bulbs – If you are in search of a…
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2015 marked the fourth consecutive year that an outbreak of spruce beetles caused widespread tree mortality and since 1996, more than 1.5 million acres have been lost in Colorado due to the insect. But that pales in comparison to the 3.4 million acres of Colorado forestland lost from 1996 to 2013 to the mountain pine…
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When designing your landscape, the hardscapes are just as important as the plants, trees, and foliage. Selecting the right material for your outdoor patio and entertaining space can seem daunting with all the products that are available these days, but it should not be. The experts at Lifescape recommend products such as Belgard pavers and…
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Fall colors are on display from leaves and trees, but did you know it’s the perfect time to think about spring? Putting bulbs into the ground before things get cold can produce a perfect garden next year. Tulips –Colorado’s semi-arid climate is ideal for this beautiful flower that comes in all colors. Be sure to…
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The Lifescapes team has been busy creating wonderful outdoor spaces, check out a few of our most recent projects that are in the works!” If you are ready to start your new project or just have a question about our service, please contact us at 303.831.8310. We would love to hear from you.
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When thinking about landscapes, thoughts tend to turn towards trees, grass and outdoor fixtures and furniture. But one of the first noticeable things with any yard are the shrubs. These small to medium-sized plants serve as the foundation for most gardens, so it is important to select stunning shrubs like these: Gro Low Sumac –…
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When it comes to creating water-wise landscapes built to handle the semi-arid Denver climate, the design and construction team at Lifescape are the best. Now you can follow along as they revive the landscape and entrance area at their new office. Formerly a church with a large open area, the renovation will showcase a variety of modern…
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Before summer comes to a close, host a fabulous outdoor party for your neighbors and loved ones. Not sure how to create that perfect backyard atmosphere? Here are 10 design and dining essentials for exquisite outdoor entertaining. 1. A RELAXING SHADY SPACE The ample sunshine in Colorado can be nice, but it can also call…
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Probiotics are microorganisms used for their beneficial qualities for humans and many medicines have recently been introduced to do just that. But did you know there are plant probiotics? Plants like Legumes have had beneficial bacteria in their roots, something scientists have known for years. These bacteria ‘fix’ vital nitrogen and produce something plants can easily use. At…
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Everyone wants a stunning backyard, an eye-grabbing landscape that pulls both residents and guests alike to the outdoors. But sometimes we tend to forget about the path one must take to get there. Hardscapes are the walkways that connect home to garden, the patio you step outside upon and the driveways where we park our cars….
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