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Steinhauer Speaks in Virtual Commencement to Colorado Sate University's Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Class of 2020

May 18, 2020
Alongside other Colorado State University (CSU) distinguished alumni, our President, Phil Steinhauer, gave a virtual commencement address to the graduating class of CSU's...

Categories: Designscapes News, Company

5 Steps to Great Garden Care

May 15, 2020
Gardening isn't a "set it and forget it" hobby. It needs care throughout the season if you want a good harvest. Earlier this month, we shared 5 Tips for establishing a...

GRO-LOW SUMAC: Our Favorite Colorado Plant Featured in Colorado Homes & Lifestyles

May 11, 2020
Our owner and Landscape Architect, Phil Steinhauer, along with 39 other landscape design experts chimed in to tell CH&L their favorite low-maintenance plant. One of our...

Categories: Lawn & Garden Care, Designscapes News

Designscapes Colorado Ranked No.65 on Lawn & Landscapes Top 100 List of Largest Landscape Companies

May 11, 2020
Published each year is Lawn & Landscapes Top 100 list that ranks the top 100 landscaping companies in the United States and Canada who have earned the most revenue year-to-year....

Categories: Designscapes News, Awards

3 Custom Living Mother's Day Gift Ideas 2020

May 08, 2020
A living gift is a great idea for Mother's Day. Whether she lives in an apartment or a house with a big yard, there is a plant for every Mom. We've got a few ideas for celebrating Mom...

Categories: DIY

Featured on Houzz - Our Favorite Flowering Tree and Tree for Small Spaces

May 05, 2020
Last month, our President and Landscape Architect, Phil Steinhauer spoke to Houzz  along with other members of the landscape design community on 8 Trees Landscape Designers Love for...

Categories: Trees, Gardens, Design

5 Tips to start a garden this season

May 01, 2020
Happy May! Successful gardening doesn't have to be complicated or exotic. As with many endeavors, keeping the process simple and grounded in the basics pays off. This week we are...

Categories: Gardens, DIY, Lawn & Garden Care

How to Promote Healthy Spring Lawn Growth

April 24, 2020
If you're spending more time at home and in your yard, you might be tempted to water the lawn often -- but don't. Spring is the time when your grass grows its feeder roots that...

Categories: Maintenance, Lawn & Garden Care, Irrigation

Spring Tree Planting: Plant a Tree for Arbor Day

April 17, 2020
Today, the third Friday in April, is Colorado's Arbor Day, and National Arbor Day takes place the fourth Friday in April. Regardless of which day you celebrate, spring is a great...

Categories: Trees

How about starting your garden?

April 10, 2020
Lately, we've heard about a resurgence of victory gardens, a WWII effort that some estimate produced as much as 40% of Americans' food supply through home gardens. As people...

Categories: Gardens, DIY

How to Apply Fertilizer for a Healthy Lawn - Lawn Care Month

April 03, 2020
April is Lawn Care Month. Take some time over the next few weeks to learn how to give your lawn some love. It will return the favor by providing you a place to reenergize during this...

Categories: Lawn & Garden Care

How To Weather Trees In Spring Snow

March 20, 2020
The roller coaster of spring weather continues in Colorado. Traditionally, March is Colorado's snowiest month, and it looks like we can expect more snow before we reach April. If you are...