Colorado Landscaping Helpful Information and Tips
Foreign and invasive weeds in the Colorado landscape! These aliens are in the form of non-native weeds called “noxious” in Colorado. They’ve gotten that name because of their invasiveness, aggressiveness and the rate at which they spread. Noxious weeds are difficult to control, and most are very adaptable. They also can withstand a variety of […]
Rock Garden
A rock garden, also known as a rockery or an alpine garden, is a small field or plot of ground designed to feature and emphasize a variety of rocks, stones, and boulders. The standard layout for a rock garden consists of a pile of aesthetically arranged rocks in different sizes with small gaps between where […]
Autumn Landscaping in the Rockies
What causes leaf color to change from green to yellow or red in the fall? It’s a combination of light, temperature and available water. With less light on short days, trees and shrubs return to an energy-saving mode to survive the winter. Short days and falling temperatures signal trees and shrubs to quit producing chlorophyll, […]
Lawn Care for August/September
1. Assess your lawn type and geographic location:Determine what type of lawn you have before you start reading up on what type of lawncare to perform. In many countries like the United States you can look at the Plant Zone for your state and municipality. This will help you determine what is the growing season […]
Landscape Tips for the High Summer Heat
With the Summer season in full swing, heat waves are sure to follow. Here are 6 tips on how to help your landscape survive summer’s high temperatures. Take these steps to ensure the health of your landscape: 1. Water your plants early in the morning. Mornings are cool, and water doesn’t evaporate as readily as […]
Watering your Landscapes/The Smart Way
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense program can help you take some of the guesswork out of keeping a healthy yard while using less water. Outdoor water use stresses existing water supplies by contributing to peak demand during summer months. During these hot, dry times, utilities must increase capacity to meet water needs, sometimes […]
Soil Mixture for Your Raised Bed
You should keep in mind that the best soil mixture for any raised bed can and sometimes should vary from one gardening situation to another. Different Soil Mixtures for Different Situations For example, certain plants require a different level of soil pH from that preferred by other plants (blueberry shrubs need an acidic soil mix, […]
The Use of Rock/Stones for your Landscaping Decor
Landscaping rocks bring character to your garden. Carefully chosen materials and artistic placements not only serve as a focal point but also give your outdoor space a unique feel. Explore the wide variety of landscaping rocks available to introduce different contours, heights and textures to your entryway or backyard. Landscaping rocks have versatile usage. You […]
Compost Broken Down for your Understanding
Compost is organic matter that has been decomposed and recycled as a fertilizer and soil amendment. Compost is used in fertilizing all tree and plant life and is the key ingredient in organic farming. At the simplest level, the process of composting simply requires making a heap of wetted organic matter known as green waste (leaves, […]
The Importance of Soil and Soil Care
After you have planned out how you want your lawn to look, the next step is to put your plans into action. If you are replacing your existing lawn, you will first need to get rid of your old lawn. Most people will choose to kill-off the old lawn with a broad-spectrum herbicide before they […]