Water is one of the most precious resources these days, and we all have to do our part to help conserve and protect the water supply. We’ve all had that experience of seeing someone’s sprinklers going full force in the midst of a full-on rain storm, but is that person ever you? There were some…
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When it comes to Colorado landscaping pests, they can come in many forms. They are little critters and in some cases, pest that grow from the ground. Take aphids and weeds for example. These two pests are a big concern this time of year. Especially aphids because they are everywhere. Due to the rainy and…
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If you are looking for ways to turn your backyard into a relaxing outdoor living space, here are 3 suggestions that may inspire you to give Lifescape Associates in Denver a call. 1. Create a theme. You want all elements of your landscape design to work together to create a distinct theme or sense of…
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Most homeowners out here in the great state of Colorado run their sprinkler system overnight. However, when they do this, they never get to see if the system is working correctly or not. With temperatures in the 90-degree range like they have been for the past few days, all sprinkler issues will start to show up very…
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For those who live in the city or simply have a small landscape, small intimate outdoor spaces are needed to still be able to connect with nature and simply enjoy your outdoor environment. Having a small landscape or outdoor area does not have to prevent you from enjoying a relaxing area to sit and read,…
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Are you one who loves to enjoy a great cup of tea outside in the garden or out on the back patio? Then why not grow your own tea in the garden? If you are new to the world of gardening, tea is a great starter plant because it is easy to grow. And if…
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If you are looking for an Evergreen shrub that will provide your Colorado garden or landscape with beautiful greenery in all seasons, the Panchito Manzanita is a great plat to consider. This shrub is a low growing plant that can handle little watering and full sun. Many landscapes these days are being converted into Xeriscape…
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You may have heard the term “sustainable landscaping” tossed around, but many people still don’t fully understand what it actually is. To be honest, there are quite a few varying definitions but the staples of sustainable landscaping are: an attractive environment that is in balance with the local climate and requires minimal resource inputs, such…
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Hardscapes are the areas of your landscape that use hard materials such as pavers, natural stone, cement, bricks or manufactured blocks that create retaining walls, patios and walkways. Since your hardscapes are exposed to the elements on a daily basis, after some years, depending on the hardscape material, you may begin to see the color…
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If your landscape is outdated, consider having it converted into a Xeriscape. For those who are not familiar with the term Xeriscape, it is simply a type of landscape or garden that reduces or eliminates the need for supplemental water from irrigation. This type of landscape is not just made up of rocks and a…
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