Basic Summer Lawn Care It’s no secret that Colorado has some of the greatest climates for plant life and lawn care. Visit places such as Telluride and Aspen in the summer, and it’s as if you’ve walked into a Bavarian dream getaway. However, much of this plant life requires proper preparation and care throughout the summer, especially in residential… Read More
3 Troublesome Trees to Avoid Planting in Your Yard A tree is a staple object in anyone’s yard. They are some of the first things people notice when driving by and (when taken care of properly) can add a significant amount of real estate value to a home. They often live for several decades and provide numerous benefits such as shade, fruit, oxygen, cleaner… Read More
3 Common Lawn Mowing Mistakes If a homeowner has grass in their front yard, you can bet that they want it to look nice and neat. Doesn’t everyone? Part of making your lawn look good is trimming and mowing it regularly. The task seems simple enough, but there are a surprising number of mistakes that many homeowners make. Please read… Read More
Spring Yard Pests and How To Get Rid of Them Some of these yard pests pose only an inconvenience, but others can do some real damage to the plants and tree life in your yards. Here are several tree bugs to watch out for and how to get rid of them. As spring rears its head, many take to the outdoors to enjoy the beautiful… Read More
What is Aerating? Your lawn may in desperate need of aeration. Aeration is vital to keeping your yard healthy and growing and getting your soil the nutrients it needs. A process familiar to some and not others, it can greatly improve the condition of your lawn and should be a part of your lawn care routine. Why Aerate?… Read More
Lawn Care Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Your lawn should be thriving and healthy, however many lawns are heavily affected by the mistakes their owners make. From over watering to dull equipment and over cutting, a lawn can be starved for nutrients and die fairly quickly without the right care. Your lawn can thrive by avoiding these lawn care mistakes and giving… Read More
How to Know if Your Tree Needs Water Trees aren’t just beautiful addition to anyone’s yard, they also have added benefits like cleaner air, shade, and privacy, and possibly the production of fruit. Trees need nurturing care to live and continue to thrive. It’s possible to both overwater and underwater a tree. Your tree needs water, but there various signs that you may… Read More
Best Flowering Trees for Colorado Wherever you live, there are certain plants and trees that are a good fit for the climate and others that would not last long. Some areas of Colorado, such as Denver, are known for their history of droughts. Therefore, not just any tree will do to plant in certain areas of Colorado. You would need… Read More
Start Your Colorado Garden in March Spring is here! The first warm season of the year is every gardener’s favorite time of the year. Time to start the year new with beautiful blooms and new plants. Colorado is warming up again, so here are some tips to start your dream garden this year: Asses your environment Make sure to wait until… Read More
Prepare Your Garden for Spring As the harsh winter ends and summer is around the corner, it’s about time for all of our green-thumbed community to bust out the mulch and gloves to prepare your garden for spring! Here are some tips for both the newbie gardener and the experienced individual who just needs a little refreshing. Weeding Once the… Read More