It’s the ultimate Colorado dream to stake out 40 acres of land, or maybe 0.4 acres in this market, either in the foothills overlooking the city, somewhere further west or even a ranch in Bennett or Elizabeth. Once you buy that land, it may sit for a while – but eventually you’ll need to clear […]
Category: Landscaping Tips
Olmsted and the Art of Landscape Design
I recently read The Devil in the White City by Eric Larson about the architectural challenges and triumphs of designing and building the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893. Daniel Burnham was the lead architect but I was fascinated by the eccentric and uncompromising, Frederick Law Olmsted, the father of landscape architecture and the designer of Central Park, […]
Winter Care Tips for Colorado Landscapes
Perennials and other landscaping plants are better able to tolerate winter conditions when they’re well prepared. Try the tips below to keep your property in peak form come spring! Winter watering is key for our Colorado climate. Most homeowners realize the need for watering trees in the growing season, but it’s just as important during the winter […]
Tips for Buying Fall Bulbs
Tips for Buying Fall Bulbs If you want to herald spring with a burst of color, you’ll have to plan ahead, since many bulbs must be planted in fall. Choose a variety of early, mid and late season bulbs for a long season of color, and come spring, you’ll be glad you planted early. (Not […]
Prevent Garden Hail Damage
Hailstorms are increasingly a fact of life along the Colorado Front Range. The geographical juxtaposition of eastern plains and Front Range, with clashing wind currents from all directions, is a recipe for perfect hail-producing thunderstorms. We frequently deal with sirens, severe-weather warnings and storms producing hail of any size from pea to golf ball from May […]
How to Avoid Lawn Care Scams
There’s never a bad time to connect with a reliable, professional lawn company, but of course, Spring is prime time – and like any other prime time, scams abound in the industry. Here’s our list of tips for how to find a great lawn and landscape service without becoming a ripoff victim. Avoid door-to-door “deals” if at all […]
Colorado Hardiness Zones and When to Plant in Colorado
What should you be doing in the yard and garden this month? It’s a perpetual question of Colorado gardeners. How do you write a reliable to-do list for Colorado gardens when we can see three seasons in a single weekend — or in a single half-day drive? It might be spring in Fort Collins, still […]
9 Fantastic Colorado fall color trees and shrubs
One major reason we love Colorado living is the magnificent autumn firework display our wealth of trees provides… and the best recipe for brilliant fall foliage color combines warm days, cool nights, and plenty of sunshine — sound familiar?Try these underused but worthwhile trees and shrubs for autumn landscape pop! Great Fall Color Plants for the […]
10 more backyard celebration landscaping tips
It’s time once again for backyard landscaping and décor! Whether it be a graduation party, prom party, or a wedding, if you’ve never tried your hand at a DIY outdoor occasion, you’ll be happily surprised at how rewarding it can be – not to mention how much money you’ll save. And it’s a great excuse to get […]
Home energy efficiency
Home energy efficiency landscaping is much more than an expense toward the eye appeal of your surroundings – it’s an investment in your future property value, as well as your comfort. Thoughtful landscape planning can actually generate value in excess of its initial expenditure by decreasing the expense of heating and cooling.Proper use of trees, shrubs, […]