With the New Year upon us it is time again to come up with our resolutions. Some of us will vow to hit the gym and lose weight, some of us will attempt to quit smoking and some of us will start a new hobby. For those of you that are looking to get involved with a...
The winters in Colorado can be rather dry. This is especially true during the months when there is little to no snow covering the ground. Plants and shrubbery, especially new transplants, evergreens, perennials and any other shallow rooted shrubbery, need moisture...
The growing season is quickly coming to a halt and now is the time to take those final steps to prepare your landscape for the coming cold. The better you prepare, the more benefits you will receive next spring. We have compiled a short list of tasks that will help...
Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year in Colorado. Trees are shedding their leaves with so many different vibrant colors on display. Some of Aspen’s namesake trees are turning a golden hue and the weather is perfect for a wide array of activities. But...
With so little time to spare in our everyday lives, we need a good reason to devote hours every week to something new. But, gardening is an ancient human tradition -- one that can benefit your health, connect you with nature, and give your family an incentive to spend...
Nothing is more heartbreaking than investing bundles of your precious time and money into a landscape only to see it wilt and dry up right before your eyes. But, with just a little bit of information and smart management, you'll enjoy a lush and vibrant landscape for...
The quaking aspen, a species that has enchanted and perplexed landowners, horticulturists, and landscape architects for centuries, is a testament to nature's complex beauty. These trees are often confused with birches because of their striking cream or white-colored...
Growing edible fruits and vegetables in your garden is one of the most rewarding aspects of planting on your landscape. Today's gardens don't solely focus on aesthetics -- they can be both beautiful and productive. A modern blended garden has fruits, vegetables, and...
You can make a lovely wreath from its fresh flowers, construct a perfumed satchel for a linen drawer with its dried buds, or devise a beautiful food garnish with its purplish hue -- It's lavender! Beloved by countless homeowners for centuries, lavender is an...
If you picture cacti, sparse shrubbery, and rocks when you think of xeriscaping, please don't! Even though xeriscaping might have quite a "dry" reputation, it can actually manifest into vivid, dynamic garden landscapes. According to Colorado State University, the...