Summer is an easy time for blooming in Colorado. True, our climate is on the dry side, but with the right plants and the right attention to watering, we can still create lush, abundant gardens to enjoy. But cultivating a stunner of a flower patch takes a little...
Spring is in the air, days are getting longer, and you’re probably starting to eye your frost-ravaged yard. March is a fickle month in Colorado, no doubt—but despite the on-again, off-again weather, it’s the ideal time to begin thinking about revitalizing...
A common problem with evergreen trees and shrubs in Colorado during the winter is desiccation, or “drying out.” Desiccation, also referred to as winter burn, is the shedding or dying-off of evergreen leaves and branches during the winter months. This is particularly...
Once your plants are prepped for the cold, it’s important to also plan for hardscape maintenance during the winter. Fountains, pathways, and walls—anything constructed from wood, bricks, concrete, metal, or stone—need special attention during the deep freeze. Beyond...
As winter creeps in this year and snow begins to dust the West, it’s important to consider the toll this cold weather will take on your trees and shrubs. Proper winter tree and shrub care are vital to the overall look and appeal of your landscape once the snow starts...
The holidays are around the corner, which means it’s time to get festive both indoors and out. When it comes to dressing your exterior for the coming season, the options for decor are endless—keep it neutral with a modern aesthetic? Go all out with maximalist style?...
Trees are often your landscape’s most important and valuable assets. They can boost your property’s value by 5 to 20% and increase in value as they grow. Properly placed trees can also help conserve energy and add to the sustainability and beauty of your environment....
Did you know that the main cause of winter damage to evergreen trees and shrubs is through dessication, or drying out? Newly planted trees and shrubs which haven’t had time to root are much more susceptible to dry conditions regardless of the temperature. During the...
Achieving and maintaining a healthy, beautiful and well-manicured landscape is often a lofty goal that requires an abundance of knowledge, skill, hard work and time. You may be that lucky person who has a green thumb and a lot of time, but for the rest of us, we may...
Looking for a creative way to welcome holiday guests to your home? Try beautiful and festive holiday-themed planters, containers, wreaths, garlands and more. Overflowing with evergreen foliage, colorful red berries, magnolia greenery or aspen branches, these...