Choosing a pavement material for your landscape can be a bit tricky. On the one hand, stamped concrete may achieve the look you desire in the beginning, a look similar to that of pavers, however, due to concrete’s poor durability and the difficulty of making repairs, it ends up damaging the appearance of your landscape…
Continue ReadingTime for Irrigation Turn-ons
It is that time of year again, and everyone is probably relieved. The winter weather is finally going away and the spring season is getting off to a slow start. Now is the time to have your irrigation system turned back on for your Colorado landscape. These are happening as we speak in the Denver…
Continue ReadingCreate a Social and Inviting Outdoor Space for your Landscape
Your landscaping should be at the top of your to-do list for the spring season. Why? Because very soon you will be ready to enjoy your outdoor spaces, and want somewhere that is perfect for barbecuing with family and friends, as well as relaxing on a nice day. Creating social and inviting spaces in your…
Continue ReadingEnliven your Backyard with a Stunning Pool
Though the weather might not reflect it, we have just broke free of the winter season and now we are in the midst of spring. There is no time like the present to enliven your backyard with a stunning pool. Before you know it, summer will be here. Some may have the convenience of a…
Continue ReadingGet your Irrigation System turned on and Ready for Spring!
Winter is on its way out and soon spring will be here. Most homeowners don’t realize that just like you have to prepare your irrigation system for winter by having the system properly turned off, you need to have a similar preparation plan for the spring and having the irrigation system turned back on. When…
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Microclimates in a Landscape
If you have never heard the term “microclimate” before, it is a word that all homeowners should know. The microclimate is the climate that immediately surrounds your home. For energy efficient landscaping, it is vital that you consider your microclimate as well as your regional climate. Each home’s microclimate varies depending on location and its…
Continue ReadingThe Benefits of Annual Color
Annual, literally means yearly, and they are great for making an ordinary lawn look extraordinarily beautiful all year round. With annuals, each year you can change your garden’s color scheme, and compared to perennials or flowering bushes, annuals are more cost efficient. Though annuals are small and compact plants, they are wonderful for a range…
Continue ReadingAttracting Wildlife to your Landscape
A great thing about having an attractive exterior landscape is the fact that it is not only inviting to people, but wildlife too. There is nothing quite like chirping birds, grazing deer and scurrying chipmunks to enhance the naturalistic look of your overall landscape. Your front and backyard can become a haven for you to sit…
Continue ReadingGive your Home some New Curb Appeal
When you decide to begin the planning for your new landscape design, don’t forget about curb appeal. You want your home’s curb appeal to make a great first impression for everyone who approaches your home. Especially potential home buyers if you are looking to sell your home in the future. Make your home’s front entry look so…
Continue ReadingJapanese Garden Design
A Japanese garden design is a great landscaping idea to add a little change and variety to your garden. It is an option that will provide a new mood and feeling to your garden, making it a more peaceful area of your home. If you would like to redesign your garden with a Japanese design…
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