News

Have you started your 2021 landscape plans? | Tip of the Week

February 19, 2021
After the recent deep freeze, it's hard to believe that spring is just at month away. If you enjoy digging in the dirt of your garden, cooking with friends and family on the patio...

Categories: Gardens, Residential, Lawn & Garden Care, Design

5 Tips on how to protect your plants in a deep freeze | Tip of the week

February 12, 2021
The forecast predicts overnight temperatures in the single digits this weekend. Are your plants protected? In this blog, we will share tips on how to protect your indoor and outdoor plants...

Categories: Gardens, DIY, Lawn & Garden Care, Annuals & Perennials

What you need to know about soil | Tip of the Week

February 05, 2021
If you're building a house, you need a solid foundation. The same goes for building a landscape. Soil serves as the foundation, so it pays to focus on creating a quality foundation...

Categories: Gardens, Lawn & Garden Care

A Letter from the ALCC President | February

February 01, 2021
First off, I would like to wish everyone a happy New Year! My hope is that 2021 will be a better year for each and every one of you. The optimism and sense of renewal is especially significant...

Categories: Designscapes News, Company

What are plant hardiness zones | Tip of the Week

January 29, 2021
It's often said that the key to successful, sustainable plants is putting the right plant in the right place. But first, you need to know your place. In this blog post we will tell you...

Categories: Gardens, Design, Annuals & Perennials

How to Keep your Trees Healthy this Winter | Tip of the Week

January 22, 2021
Trees are one of the most valuable assets in a landscape. With the ongoing drought in Colorado, winter watering is more important than ever to preserve your investment. It's a good...

Categories: Trees

Why you should plan your spring garden now | Tip of the Week

January 15, 2021
Winter officially began just a few weeks ago, but it's already time to think about what you want in your garden this summer. In this post, we will tell you why you should start...

Categories: Gardens, Pots & Planters, Lawn & Garden Care, Annuals & Perennials

A Letter from the ALCC President

January 11, 2021
Happy New Year! Our owner was named the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC) 2021 president. ALCC spoke with him about his background and his hopes for the future. ...

Categories: Company

Why Winter Watering is Important

January 08, 2021
Dry conditions across Colorado means you 'll need to drag out the hose and sprinkler and water your landscape this winter. Snowfall usually provides far less moisture than rain,...

Categories: Lawn & Garden Care

Steinhauer is the 2021 ALCC President

January 04, 2021
The Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC) has announced its 2021 Board of Directors and our Owner and Landscape Architect, Phil Steinhauer was named this year's...

Categories: Company

2021 Plants of the Year | Tip of the Week

January 01, 2021
The National Garden Bureau once again chose five plants of the year. For 2021, they have chosen hibiscus (shrub), monarda or bee balm (perennial), hyacinth (bulb crop), garden bean...

Categories: Gardens, Design, Annuals & Perennials

Winter Plant Care | The Tip of the Week

December 25, 2020
Plants are a great living gift during the holidays. Be sure you know how to adjust indoor plant care during the winter, and your houseplants will bring you joy well into the new year....

Categories: DIY