PlantTalk Colorado says, it’s “one of the most ornamental and useful native plants for a Colorado garden,” and Better Homes & Gardens names it one of their “Standout Plants for the Mountain West.” A shrub native to Colorado,...
The Golden Barrel cactus is also known as mother-in-law’s cushion. But don’t let the name fool you, not only are these plants low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, but they add incredible texture and architectural appeal to Denver gardens and landscapes. Golden...
Known as “some of the toughest plants in the kingdom,” the yucca plant has rightfully earned its place in water-wise and low-maintenance landscape design. In Colorado, where arid conditions and variable weather can challenge traditional gardening, yuccas offer an...
Mountain views come at a hefty price if you are a gardener. Unpredictable weather, a fleeting growing season, fast-evaporating water, heavy clay soils and “land that tilts like a roller coaster” (as Mother Earth News puts it), are just a few of the...
Landscapes humming with life have a special way of energizing our spirits. They remind us of the awe-inspiring circle of life and the infinite beauty of nature. But you don’t have to go to the Denver Botanic Gardens to experience this. You can enjoy an uplifting...
