Playgrounds

Designscapes Colorado Renovates Commerce City's First All-inclusive Playground

October 12, 2020
Veterans Memorial Park is now Commerce City's first all-inclusive playground. The 2.6-acre site includes a nature play area and all-inclusive playground areas for 2-5 year-olds and...

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Groundbreaking Renovations at Veterans Memorial Park in Commerce City

February 10, 2020
Pictured from left to right: Sheena Kerstiens of DHM Design, Jim Brister of Designscapes Colorado , Mayor Benjamin Huseman, Mayor Pro Tem Nicole Frank, Councilman Jose Guardiola, and...

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Tip of the Week: Fight Crime with Daisies

July 26, 2017
Landscapes can help create a barrier against thieves Whether we recognize it or not, simply being around greenery has a calming effect that helps people relax and will even deter crimes...

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Tip of the Week! Top Plants in 2017

February 13, 2017
Just like 2017 is the year of the rooster in the Chinese calendar, 2017 also has a designated bulb, perennial, annual and edible. While a national designation, these “2017 Year...

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2016 Face of Landscape Architecture & Construction – 5280 Home

January 16, 2017
Philip E. Steinhauer – President For 24 years, Designscapes Colorado has been Denver’s face of landscape architecture and construction integrating landscape design,...

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Christmas Blessing – Spiritual Landcapes

December 23, 2016
Christmas is here and it is time to give thanks for all the absolution we received in the year 2016.  Never forgetting the essence of the holidays and always giving back to those in...

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Landscaping Industry – Growing & Growing & Growing …

November 04, 2016
Business is blooming for the landscape industry! Being a professional in the landscape industry gives you the ability to touch lives in many profound ways. You take a leadership role in...

Categories: Trees, Water Features, Structures, Pools & Spas, Outdoor Living Spaces, Outdoor Fireplaces & Fire Pits, Gardens, Residential, Pots & Planters, Maintenance, Lawn & Garden Care, Holiday Lighting & Decor, Holiday, Xeriscape, Design, Green Landscape, Planning & Development, Trades, Streetscapes, Playgrounds, Parks, Commercial, Annuals & Perennials

Rural Landscape Planning – Taking a Proactive Approach

October 18, 2016
According to current statistics, Colorado’s population is expected to grow in excess of over 3 million by year 2050.  The US Department of Agriculture reports that rural areas contain...

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The Green Industries of Colorado and Supportive Legislation Needs Your Help

September 08, 2016
The Green Industries of Colorado is an alliance of seven trade associates representing all facets of horticulture and landscape industries. GreenCo members are committed to water...

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10 Parks That Changed America

August 12, 2016
  Couresty of PBS

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Tip of the Week! Perennials That Are More Than Pretty

July 29, 2016
In the heat of the summer, we’re very aware that some plants take the heat better than others – and that some need more water than others to stay perky. Mother Nature reminds...

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Tip of the Week! 3 Smart Ways to Cut Summer Water Bills

July 19, 2016
If you have a typical Colorado household, you expect your water bill to go up in the summer. With much of Colorado still hovering in the 90s, the heat wave drives up water used for...

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