by admin | Apr 15, 2015 | BLOG, Landscape & Garden Maintenance, Sustainable Landscapes
Even with water restrictions and water conservation efforts, it is still possible to enjoy a beautiful water fountain in your yard. Here are some practical water saving ideas for a water wise fountain: Install your water fountain, especially those with long, shallow...
by admin | Apr 10, 2015 | BLOG, Colorado Plant Care, Landscape Design, Sustainable Landscapes
Xeriscaped or grass-free landscapes present some unique challenges when it comes to adding plants and features. You have to consider watering as well as design requirements. The poppy mallow flower, or winecup, is perfect for Xeriscaped lawns, as it provides color and...
by admin | Sep 22, 2014 | BLOG, Landscape Design, Sustainable Landscapes
Shrubs are an instrumental part of every garden’s ecosystem. They provide shade, improve soil stability, enhance air quality, and create habitats for all types of wildlife. Certain shrubs like sea buckthorn and silver buffaloberry can be used to create natural...
by admin | Jan 1, 2014 | Sustainable Landscapes
When it comes to design ideas for your backyard landscape, what do you think of? Fire pits, outdoor fountains, and a relaxing patio are all great features to include, but what about your garden and plants? Many homeowners, when selecting plants for their landscape...
by admin | Nov 1, 2013 | BLOG, Colorado Plant Care, Landscape & Garden Maintenance, Sustainable Landscapes
As Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year, emerald has been spotted all over homes and landscapes. But there was one emerald that was less welcomed — the Emerald Ash Borer. As the EAB info site explains, this exotic beetle has become the most destructive of...
by admin | Jun 10, 2013 | BLOG, Colorado Plant Care, Sustainable Landscapes
Known as “some of the toughest plants in the kingdom,” the yucca plant has rightfully earned its place in water-wise and low-maintenance landscape design. In Colorado, where arid conditions and variable weather can challenge traditional gardening, yuccas offer an...
