The Creek Side gift shop has been transformed for the 2026 holiday season! We are showcasing the other ‘non’ holiday, holiday gift. Not every gift has to be Christmas themes of red and green. The garden room is briming with year-round gifts for your favorite gardener. A great idea is to make a gift basket or an outdoor pot and toss a little of everything... Read More
Perennial and Garden Beds Clear out all diseased plants, Leaves and produce. Diseases and pests can overwinter in old plant material and come back in the Spring. Be sure to bag this material and throw it away. Do not put in your compost. Leave your perennials until early spring to trim. The crown of the plant provides insultation for the plant and the old flower... Read More
Sunday, November 1, 2026 – Time to FALL BACK The first real experiments with daylight saving time began during World War I. On April 30, 1916, Germany and Austria implemented a one-hour clock shift as a way of conserving electricity needed for the war effort. The United Kingdom and several other European nations adopted daylight saving shortly thereafter, and the United States followed suit in 1918.... Read More
Lawns Hand rake lawns to remove leaves and encourage air movement in roots. Top dress with uneven spots with top soil and/or peat moss. Reseed bare spots. Aerate lawn with a minimum of 2” plugs (not too dry). Leave plugs on top of lawn. Apply Turf Food 1 lb. of high nitrogen fertilizer per 1,000 sq ft. of turf. Water in well. Planting Beds Remove... Read More
If you can’t bear to part with your outside plants, there is hope! The plants listed below will not survive outside during Colorado’s winter weather. But with a little care, can be nurtured inside and then placed back outside next year: Begonia, Bougainvilla, Citrus, Coleus, Ficus, Gardenia, Geranium, Hibiscus, Impatiens, Mandevilla, Dipladenia, Passion Flower, Pentas, Rosemary Location Many gardeners know that heartbreaking feeling that comes... Read More
The crisp fall air excites everyone to go out to a pumpkin patch and pick the best one for you and your family. We bring them home, set them up for display or carving and within days they are being chewed on by squirrels or other pests or a nicely carved face now looks like a melting zombie. Here are some tips for preserving and... Read More
The Creek Side courtyard is full of pumpkins of all sizes, shapes and colors! Heirloom Pumpkins Yes, pumpkins are available in a variety colors now thanks to our rich farming heritage and more widely requested heirloom varieties. Cinderella, Ghost White, Long Island Cheese and Jarrahdale Green are all here at Creek Side while they last. Pie Pumpkins Just what the name suggests, pie pumpkins are typically... Read More
Healthy soil is the heart Colorado gardens. Whether you’re growing vegetables, herbs, or flowers, the condition of your soil determines how well plants can access water, nutrients, and oxygen (yes!). For home gardeners, improving soil health is one of the most impactful steps you can take to boost productivity and create a resilient garden. Soil is a Living Ecosystem Soil is more than just dirt,... Read More
Oktoberfest is a two-week festival originated in Munich, Germany that celebrates beer, food, and culture. It’s held annually and ends on the first Sunday of October. The Beer Oktoberfest is known for its beer, which is typically served in one-liter mugs called “Mass”. In Germany, the festival features beer from six local breweries that adhere to Germany’s beer purity law, which limits ingredients to water, malt,... Read More
Football is back on TV, summer vacations are over, kids are back in school and the rich earthy color tones of the fall season are here. The nights are beginning to cool off which triggers that inescapable feeling that we are ready to move on; it must be Fall!! Time to transition your outdoor living spaces from summer to fall. New fall flowers, pansies and... Read More
