Protecting Your Trees from Winter Damage
December 16, 2014
The first big snowfall of the season is always a wake-up call to prepare the landscape for the winter ahead. Winterize the sprinkler system, mulch around perennials – and protect...
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Post Halloween Landscape TLC
December 16, 2014 Once the Halloween treats have been handed out to the ghosts and goblins, make a note that it’s time to give the lawn it’s biggest and final treat of the season. That would be...
What About Those Leaves?
October 24, 2014 Did you know that leaves really don’t “turn” color per se? The colors we see in fall leaves have actually been there all season long!
In the fall when the...
Extend your Outdoor Living Season
October 20, 2014 Nice weather this week has been a reminder that fall can be glorious in Colorado. There are many great days ahead to enjoy outdoor living even when there’s a chill in the air....
Pumpkins, the Quintessential Fall Vegetable
October 17, 2014 When many people think of the Fall season they think of carving pumpkins, spooky Halloween costumes, and brightly colored trees. Pumpkins are an essential part of the Fall season. Besides...
Time to Tuck Your Garden in For Winter
October 10, 2014 Veggie growth in most edible gardens is about done because of the cooler night-time temps and fewer hours of daylight. With less going on, it’s time to think about fall clean-up....
Trim up your Fruit Trees for Fall
October 10, 2014 Winter storms and snow accumulation can wreak havoc on your fruit bearing trees. The Fall season is a great time to prepare to trim your fruit trees. You want to trim fruit trees after they...
Fall Composting
October 08, 2014 With the Fall season well underway many people are setting aside their weekends to clean up their gardens and prepare their home for cooler weather. When you are cleaning up your garden it...
Dip, Duck, Doge, and Divide!
October 07, 2014 The Fall season is a great time to divide the beautiful perennials in your garden. Dividing your perennials is a great way to revive older plants while at the same time creating brand new...
Plant Bulbs for Early Spring Color
October 06, 2014 Now is the best time to plant tulips, daffodils and other bulbs that will be the first sign of spring next season.
Planting now gives them time to develop roots before the ground...
How to Plant Bulbs in Containers during the Winter
September 30, 2014 Spring may seem like it is ages away, but it may be closer than you think. Many people’s favorite part of Spring is seeing all of the colorful flowers bloom and grow, bringing color...
The Grass Doesn’t Always Have to be Greener
September 26, 2014 Colorful ornamental grasses can be a great addition to any garden. Grasses add texture as well as color. If you plant and plan correctly you can have colorful grasses blooming at different...