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...
In Colorado's dry climate, every drop of water matters. Creating a healthy, resilient landscape isn't about watering more. It's about watering smarter. At Lifescape, we take a comprehensive approach to water management that combines thoughtful landscape design,...
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...
Finally, spring has sprung! These glorious, sunshine-filled days can be spent out in your garden if your irrigation is in place and your soil is properly amended. Once the basics are in place, you can begin the exciting task of planting bulbs, flowers, shrubs and...
Plants that don't grow, bloom or flourish like they should are often victims of water stress. This is especially true in our Rocky Mountain region where drought and extreme temperature changes can be detrimental, if not fatal, to non-native plants. There are several...
With warmer weather on the horizon, it's time to review some smart watering tips to improve your landscape in Colorado. After all, amping up water efficiency is good for your pocket book, as well as the planet. Follow these tips to optimize every last drop of water...