Cooler weather is on the way and could arrive sooner than expected. This means that right now is an ideal time to consider upgrading to a WR2 Series of Rain Bird Smart Irrigation Controllers with Rain and Freeze Sensors. These economical sensors not only detect...
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Year-Round Landscaping from Lifescape Care
Maintaining a beautiful landscape can be a lot of work. Lifescape Care in Colorado makes it easy for you by providing year-round landscape maintenance services. Here is a glimpse at what we offer and what you can expect from our experienced professional crew. Beauty...
The Kingcup Cactus
Many types of cacti will flourish in a Colorado landscape. Among the most beautiful varieties is the kingcup, which belongs to a group of cacti called the claret cups. Its natural habitat extends through much of Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico. Here is a closer look...
Ideas for Elegant Landscape Edging
Edging prevents soil and mulch runoff while keeping plants firmly in place, but its benefits can go beyond function. Edging can add form, texture, color and definition to achieve beautiful landscape spaces. Trench edging is a simple yet effective method for creating...
Landscaping Planning Tips for 2014 Gardens
Summer’s end is a perfect time to assess your landscape and plan improvements for the coming year. To make your 2014 landscape even more beautiful than the year before while also more efficient and easier to maintain requires thorough planning. Here are some...
Landscaping Design Ideas: Dressing Up Driveways
Since the driveway is one of the first features experienced when entering the property, why not make it an enjoyable experience? A beautiful driveway design can set the tone for the rest of the home and property, making a a wonderful first impression. Here are some...
Grow a Colorado Cocktail Garden
Cocktail gardens are a fun and edible gardening trend anyone can add to their landscape. Imagine walking just a few steps from your entertainment area to pick fresh garnishes for drinks. Here are some ideas for colorful and flavorful garnishes and ingredients you can...
Designing a Beautiful & Functional Garden Shed
The garden shed is being redefined thanks to the ever-growing demand for functional and beautiful outdoor living spaces. While these small structures are still commonly used as a gardener's work garage for storing tools and equipment, they can also be redesigned or...
Design Ideas for Year-Round Potted Plants
With the right plants and design, potted plants can add year-round beauty and life to Colorado landscapes. Single plants with rich colors or interesting shapes can be planted in individual pots to stand alone and create eye-catching focal points. Or, multiple plants...
Rabbitbrush – A Colorful Colorado Native Shrub
PlantTalk Colorado says, it's "one of the most ornamental and useful native plants for a Colorado garden," and Better Homes & Gardens names it one of their "Standout Plants for the Mountain West." A shrub native to Colorado, rabbitbrush not only celebrates the...