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July is Smart Irrigation Month. Is your system Smart?

July 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in being efficient with our resources, and in honor of Smart Irrigation Month, we encourage inspecting and updating any outdated or inefficient irrigation systems.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…

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Organic landscape practices yield sustainable and beautiful results.

Organic 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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Why Perennials?

Why Perennials?

Perennial gardens can add color, curb appeal and sustainability. Perennials gardens are well-suited for Colorado landscapes for several reasons. They survive for more than two years, can tolerate plenty of sun, and rejuvenate the landscape. Because of their ability to survive our harsh Colorado winters, a thoughtfully designed and properly installed perennial garden will provide…

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Connecting home to garden – pulling it together with hardscape.

Connecting home to garden – pulling it together with hardscape.

Everyone wants a stunning landscape that invites you outside, but sometimes we forget about the paths we take to get there. Hardscapes are the walkways that connect home to nature, the patios you step outside upon, the garden walls, our fireplaces and our driveways. Pavers Concrete can get worn, stained and cracked over time, particularly…

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Ready for a landscape upgrade? Why you should hire a Landscape Professional.

Ready for a landscape upgrade? Why you should hire a Landscape Professional.

Collaboration. A true landscape professional will often consult with other experts to guarantee the perfect design. Architects, interior designers and a general contractor will all have valuable input that can help ensure a better end product, fewer unplanned expenses and the latest sustainability techniques. You will have access to more possibilities and the latest high-grade…

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Trees: Caring for your most important Landscape Assets

Trees: Caring for your most important Landscape Assets

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. Healthy trees will often last a lifetime or longer, but…

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Lighten up! Outdoor Lighting is more flexible than ever.

Lighten up! Outdoor Lighting is more flexible than ever.

When you have a landscape that truly dazzles during the day, don’t let it disappear at night. Well-designed outdoor lighting allows you to enjoy your landscape’s beauty well after the sun goes down. It can foster mood and ambiance, provide needed safety, and incorporate the newest tech and eco-friendly practices. Bright ideas for entertaining! Summer…

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July is Irrigation Association Smart Irrigation Month.

July is Irrigation Association Smart Irrigation Month.

Every year, the Irrigation Association, a national organization, designates hot, dry July as Smart Irrigation Month. The IA is dedicated to promoting the social, economic, and environmental benefits of efficient irrigation technologies, products, and services. You can join the cause this month by taking a look at your own irrigation practices and determining if it…

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Are you ready for a Xeriscape Landscape?

Are you ready for a Xeriscape Landscape?

  Lifescape Colorado has always put an emphasis on sustainable landscaping in Colorado to preserve our resources, local habitats and the planet. However, many people mistakenly believe that having a sustainable landscape requires sacrificing greenery and color for a look that is bland and dry. Nothing could be further from the truth. Our design experts…

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