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 often forgo the use of harsh borders and select plants that will create a softer visual appeal….
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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 barriers or screens. Of course, shrubs and small trees are also beautiful to look at,…
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Here in Colorado, gardeners often face difficult weather patterns, air circulation, and variations in soil types from region to region. But no matter which part of Colorado you call home, gardening requires patience and knowledge because even skilled gardeners can make mistakes. Here are a few common gardening mistakes to avoid so that your back yard…
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If you haven’t already done so, finish checking off the items from our December gardener’s checklist. Then, use this lull between holiday weeks to organize your January checklist, so you’ll be prepared once the New Year’s festivities have ended. Here are some Colorado gardening tips for your January checklist. Water your plants. There are two…
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When it comes to design ideas for your backyard landscape, what do you think of? Fire pits, outdoor fountains, and a relaxing patio are all great features to include, but what about your garden and plants? Many homeowners, when selecting plants for their landscape design, are opting for native—and edible—options to make their landscapes more…
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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 landscape design features, or create multiple areas where people can sit…
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Looking for some landscape architecture inspiration for your luxury Colorado home? We invite you to take a photo tour of an exquisite Cherry Hills property, which our team here at Lifescape Colorado recently finished designing and renovating. Located in the suburbs of Denver, this impeccable residential landscape has it all – recreation, entertainment and an elegant, dynamic design. This photo taken…
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Located just south of Denver in Parker, Colo., the Colorado Golf Club stretches over 7,604 pristine yards and plays to par-72. When Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw first set out to design it, they envisioned a course that would glorify the natural landscape, while providing a haven for golfers of all levels. Their success is irrefutable. The Championship Course offers nice challenges…
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As Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year, emerald has been spotted all over homes and landscapes. But there was one emerald that was less welcomed — the Emerald Ash Borer. As the EAB info site explains, this exotic beetle has become the most destructive of North America, costing several states and industries millions and millions…
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One of the most important factors to consider when planting a garden is assessing what your landscape will look like during the winter months. The Western Sandcherry, a creeping, low-growing plant native to the Rocky Mountains, is active in both the spring and summer. In addition to this, the leafy plant is also extremely diverse…
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