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July is Smart Irrigation Month in Colorado

July is Smart Irrigation Month here in Colorado, which means it is the perfect time to take a closer look at your landscape and watering methods. Droughts are unavoidable, but by making wise design and irrigation choices, you can keep your yard healthy while also...

Unique Outdoor Seating Ideas

Take the opportunity to add unique style to your Denver outdoor living area with seating that's not only comfortable but aesthetically intriguing. Here are some of our favorite ideas for unique outdoor seating. A cool bench and table combo - Perfect for casual meals...

Add Evening Drama to your Denver Landscape

Beyond safety and practicality, outdoor lighting has the power to transform landscapes into magical outdoor spaces. Not to mention, it accentuates the most beautiful features of your landscape so you can enjoy them even by night. Landscape lighting options range from...

Let’s Go Rooftop!

If you want to create a beautiful outdoor living space or garden but do not have enough yard space, trying looking up! The rooftop is one of the most underutilized areas of the home. But with the right design, it can become the most beloved living space of the home....

Great Gravel Designs for Denver Landscapes

If the idea of adding gravel to your Colorado landscape sounds dull and gray, think again. Not only can gravel add a variety of colors, shapes and textures, but it can be thoughtfully incorporated into landscapes to create beautiful, functional and sustainable...

Lawn Alternatives to Love

In the picturesque landscapes of Colorado, where the climate can oscillate between extremes, the quintessential green lawn often stands as a symbol of pride for homeowners. However, maintaining that lushness can come at a significant cost both environmentally and...

Drought-Tolerant Landscapes Start with the Soil

With persisting drought conditions and water shortages here in Colorado, water-wise landscaping is still the way to go. While planting drought-resistant plants and watering with conservation in mind are important, truly drought-tolerant landscapes start with the soil....

Green In Between – Permeable Hardscapes

When you live in Colorado, outdoor living space is not an extra amenity - it's a necessity. But beauty and sustainability are valued just as high here, and it's these factors that make permeable hardscapes such a wonderful option for Colorado landscapes. Gravel or...

Picking a Palette for Your Colorado Landscape

Color, texture and form - these are the aesthetic elements of design. And just as you would deliberately design a color palette for the interiors of your home, the color palette of your landscape should be chosen thoughtfully in order to enhance the overall look and...

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