Making the effort to get your spring bulbs planted now will ensure you have beautiful and healthy blooms when spring comes. Tulips, daffodils, crocus plants and other bulbs need to be planted before the ground freezes so they’ll have time to establish their root systems before winter. For optimal results, prepare the soil by tilling,…
Continue ReadingWhat to do now to prepare landscapes for these winter chills and for spring growth.
Knowledgeable property care for your landscape in the fall will help protect it during the fall and winter cold snaps and prepare it for beautiful growth in the spring. Mulching, fertilizing your turf, and pruning will keep plants and trees happy and healthy as the weather cools off. Putting down mulch in the fall protects…
Continue ReadingAdd safety, security and a whole lot of glam with the latest outdoor lighting tech.
The latest LED outdoor lighting technology can provide safety, improve security, extend your outdoor living opportunities and create a stunning ambiance. These eco-friendly and beautifully designed fixtures are more durable, efficient and flexible than ever and will elegantly showcase your landscape and outdoor living spaces well after dark. You can now enjoy entertaining with lighting…
Continue ReadingColorful landscape enhancements help bring in the festive fall season.
Are you ready for fall? Let Lifescape bring a fall feast of color to your landscape, porch or interior with mums, pansies, kale, pumpkins and fun holiday décor. Don’t forget about spring bulbs – we’ll be planting them soon for beautiful spring color!
Continue ReadingEnjoy outdoor living all year long with a custom fire feature.
With fall just a few weeks away, the weather will soon be cooling off – providing the perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Fire features such as fire places, fire pits, fire bowls, and even pizza ovens enable you to extend the use of your outdoor spaces throughout the cooler months of the year. An…
Continue ReadingCreate an outdoor living area that is designed for your unique lifestyle.
How one enjoys outdoor living is as unique and individual as their lifestyle. Do you enjoy big splashy summertime parties or more intimate evening get togethers? Perhaps you prefer dining outdoors and enjoying the beautiful Colorado skies. Maybe you just want a quiet space for some alone time. There is something for everyone, but navigating…
Continue ReadingHealthy trees can mean a healthy increase in property value.
Did you know that beautiful, healthy trees can boost your property’s value by 5 to 20%? Trees are often your landscape’s most valuable assets and increase in value as they grow and mature. They provide dramatic curb appeal and can help conserve energy by providing shade in summer and protection from winter winds. Healthy trees…
Continue ReadingXeriscape: A Denver tradition of beautifully responsible landscaping.
Did you know that the term “xeriscape” was actually created by Denver Water back in 1981? It refers to a drought-resistant landscape achieved by following a series of basic principles. These guiding principles include planning and designing, conscientious irrigation, and selection of native plants that can survive dry spells without being overly demanding on water…
Continue ReadingJuly is Smart Irrigation Month. Is your system Smart?
Smart irrigation technology is all about saving water. Is your irrigation system a smart, water-conserving system or could it use some updating? At Lifescape, we believe in being efficient with our resources, and in honor of Smart Irrigation Month, we encourage inspecting and updating any outdated or inefficient irrigation systems. You’ll enjoy more convenience, increased…
Continue ReadingOrganic landscape practices yield sustainable and beautiful results.
Every aspect of your garden is connected. Healthy, organic soil nourishes more than plant roots — it also sustains healthy bioorganisms underground, which feeds other animals and helps keeps our groundwater and air clean. The Lifescape Team has always been passionate about a green and sustainable approach to landscape design and maintenance, and one of…
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