The defensible space is an area on your property that separates your home from the wilderness and acts as the last line of defense against wildfires. The U.S. Fire Administration has confirmed that in the last few years, well-planned defensible spaces have been...
We were recently inspired by an interesting observation that landscape architect and writer Billy Goodnick made about the way many people approach landscape design: "Humans have a strong attraction to color (we don’t have 6 million cones in each eye for nothing), so...
There are several benefits to working with a professional to design and maintain your Colorado landscape. An experienced professional can help you to achieve a beautiful, dynamic and low-maintenance landscape that you can enjoy year-round. But it doesn't have to stop...
Stone walls have been used to create borders and protect them from hillside erosion for hundreds of years. But today, in addition to being functional, stone walls can add incredible interest and beauty to landscapes. Local or imported stones can add natural color that...
Known as “some of the toughest plants in the kingdom,” the yucca plant has rightfully earned its place in water-wise and low-maintenance landscape design. In Colorado, where arid conditions and variable weather can challenge traditional gardening, yuccas offer an...
Mountain views come at a hefty price if you are a gardener. Unpredictable weather, a fleeting growing season, fast-evaporating water, heavy clay soils and "land that tilts like a roller coaster" (as Mother Earth News puts it), are just a few of the challenges that...
If a previous experience or preconceived notion has you assuming gardening and pet-owning are incompatible, let us try to change your mind! After all, no one should have to choose between their furry friends and fresh flowers, foliage or even fresh fruits and veggies!...
A custom-designed outdoor room that reflects your favorite places and passions can taking outdoor living to the next level. Here are some inspiring examples of areas creatively manifested into gorgeous garden spaces, special purpose rooms and exotic escapes. Foodie:...
Landscapes humming with life have a special way of energizing our spirits. They remind us of the awe-inspiring circle of life and the infinite beauty of nature. But you don't have to go to the Denver Botanic Gardens to experience this. You can enjoy an uplifting...
Outdoor structures - trellises, arbors, pergolas and other carpentry - have the wonderful ability to add function and interest to landscapes while also creating a connection between homes and landscapes. But with this carpentry, there can be more than meets the eye....