As fall is approaching, you may think that the landscaping season is over. Actually now is the time to start planning for next year’s landscape.  Using native, water-wise plants in Colorado’s semi-arid climate is not only sustainable, but also creates beautiful landscapes. This in part is called ColoradoScaping. Phil Steinhauer spoke on behalf of the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC) on what this is. 


 

What is ColoradoScaping?

It is a new term that ALCC has developed and it’s to talk about the plants that do well and thrive here in Colorado. It involves integrating native, water-wise plants, efficient irrigation systems, and innovative turf options.
 

ColoradoScaping Certification program

A new ColoradoScaping certification program is set to launch through the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado this winter. Steinhauer mentions how it’s important for HOA’s, homeowners and landscape professionals to know about it. 

The certification is designed to make sure industry professionals are trained to build and maintain true ColoradoScapes. This professional certification requires an intensive program of 20 hour of online coursework along with 15 hours of hands-on training and testing. This ensures landscape professionals have the skills and expertise to design and maintain these ColoradoScapes in the right way. 
 

The Benefits of a “ColoradoScape”

A Coloradoscape saves water, reduces plant replacement costs, and still give you a yard or community space in which you want to spend time in. Landscape professionals want HOA’s and homeowners to be aware of this program so they can start to ask if companies are ColoradoScaping certified. That way they’ll be assured they’re getting the most water-efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective care available. 
 

Designscapes Colorado's Commitment

We are proud to be at the forefront of the ColoradoScaping movement. Our team of certified landscape professionals are trained to design and maintain landscapes that align with the principles of ColoradoScaping. We understand the importance of creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also sustainable and resilient.

To learn more about the ColoradoScaping certification program, please visit ColoradoScaping.org