Ssshhh, garden is sleeping… what else can you do in January? January is a nice rest period for the garden, and for we gardeners as well. Your garden is settled in for the winter, but your green thumb may be itching to do something outside in the yard or garden on a beautiful January day in Colorado. Step out into the crisp wintry air and... Read More
From an established garden that you have had for 30 years or have moved to a more manageable place with a small gardening space all of us have an intuitive appreciation and enjoyment for the outdoors, even as we get older. Following are suggestions for helping some of us continue to garden as age makes it a little more challenging. Provide accessible entrances and paths... Read More
Winter in Colorado may seem dull and lack luster of any color. The days are short and we long for the first signs of spring. But winter has its own charm and if you look close enough you might be surprised what you see. Grab a camera and take a stroll along the river side or greenbelt or foothills and see the beauty of winter.... Read More
Are you interested in eating healthy and nutritious food? And saving money on groceries? What could be more nutritious and healthier than growing your own herbs and vegetables in your own backyard? Or even in a container on your patio or balcony? Creating your own herb garden or vegetable garden can be a very satisfying experience, although it is not a no-maintenance activity. But with... Read More
Spring is coming! Its arrival gives us a sense of renewal- time to get outdoors. All of us have an intuitive appreciation and enjoyment for the outdoors, even as we get older. Following are suggestions for helping some of us continue to garden as age makes it a little more challenging. Provide accessible entrances and paths creating a barrier-free garden Edging for ease of maintenance... Read More
Site Selection – choose your garden location before designing it. Site selection is the first step in planning a successful perennial garden. Evaluate the location for sun and shade, wind, soil type and irrigation options. Also consider ease of access, proximity to outdoor living areas, and visibility. Locate the perennial garden so that if possible, it can be accessed from two sides. This makes it... Read More
Vegetables can be demanding plants. Whereas ‘weeds’ can scratch a living anywhere, vegetables require attention. Most need fertile soil, protection from wind, regular watering, and some help to defend themselves against pests. You cannot simply dig a hole in the ground, plant your veg, and expect it to thrive. A little planning before planting your vegetable garden will go a long way in helping to... Read More
This season, Thanksgiving was a little later later and right about now we are scrambling to find the perfect gift for our family, friends, hostesses and even ourselves. Creek Side is a perfect place to stop in for a variety of gifts. Towels – Geometry, Counter Couture, Mary Lake Thompson towels, Swedish dish cloths and Beeswax food wraps; a hostess gift or a new one... Read More
What is a Holiday Porch Pot? Just as we decorate our porches and patios with pots of colorful flowers during the spring, summer and fall seasons, Holiday Porch Pots offer us an opportunity to make use of our flowerpots during the winter months. Evergreen Boughs First, consider an arrangement of a variety of freshly cut evergreen boughs placed into the soil of a pot from... Read More
The Denver Metro area is experiencing another warm, dry autumn! The Average Annual precipitation is 14.3” and to date only 11.19” of rain has been measured. Fall weather usually is marked by dry air, relatively low amounts of moisture and swings in night and day temperatures. Normally the Denver area will receive a average of another 2″ of precipitation between now and the end of... Read More
