How to Fight the Frost
September 16, 2014 The last two days of cool weather have been a wake-up call that summer is fading and fall is almost here.
Many of us want to hang on to our colorful pots of annuals and the fresh basil...
Lawn & Garden Care
Storing your Summer Crops
September 11, 2014 After a bountiful summer harvest you and your green thumb may be overwhelmed by the mass quantity of vegetables and fruit that your garden has produced. You may be wondering exactly just what...
Is Wildlife Chomping on Your Garden?
September 08, 2014 Just like Mr. McGregor, many gardeners are plagued with the likes of Peter Rabbit and other critters who are intent on feasting on their ripening gardens.
As the corn and tomatoes...
Tomatoes Aren’t Ripening as Usual
August 29, 2014 This summer’s weather pattern has definitely caused problems in our gardens.
Many gardeners are complaining that their tomatoes are slow to ripen. And others have spotted mildew...
Live Chat with Expert Gardeners
August 26, 2014 There is a great opportunity for you to have your gardening questions answered by master gardeners every Monday throughout the Summer. CBC radio station is hosting on air live chats...
The Emerald Ash Borer: Coming Soon to a Community Near You
August 25, 2014 The Emerald Ash Borer is a small insect that is native to Russia and China. The Emerald Ash Borer is an invasive species that has the ability to move quickly through a population of trees....
Help your Landscape Love your Pet
August 25, 2014 While we enjoy the outdoor ambiance in our yards, we sometimes lose track of the fact that plants we love can be downright toxic to dogs and cats.
A few plant adjustments and other...
Gardening in August
August 21, 2014 As August winds down and cooler weather begins to sink in you may be thinking that gardening season is over. But don’t give up on gardening just yet. It is bulb planting season. August...
There’s Still Time to Plant
August 18, 2014 Mid-August when many plants are mature and looking their best is a great time to explore nearby gardens and take stock of plants you might want to add to your yard before the growing season...
With Kids/Pets, Deal with Mushrooms
August 11, 2014 Have you found mushrooms popping up in the lawn or other areas in your yard?
If so, you may be wondering what, if anything you should do with them. If you have children or pets,...
Water Conservation in Colorado
August 01, 2014 Colorado is considered to be a dry and arid climate, despite the increase in rainfall that the Denver area has been experiencing. Water is considered a limited resource in Colorado....
Is Your Garden getting too Much Water?
July 31, 2014 Many areas across Colorado have recently been experiencing an increase in rainfall. Rainy days are great for conserving water depending upon how much rainfall your area receives. Your lawn,...