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
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
Noble Fir These needles turn upward, exposing the lower branches. Known for its beauty, the noble fir has a long keep ability, and its stiff branches make it a good tree for heavy ornaments, as well as providing excellent greenery for wreaths and garland. Long considered an excellent Christmas tree because of its beauty, stiff branches and long keepability, the species is growing in popularity... Read More
Poinsettia Select plants with colorful bracts covering the top of the plant. Leaves should be uniformly green with no lower leaves missing. Place plants anywhere in your home, will tolerate various light levels throughout the holidays. Keep soil moderately moist with a chance to dry out between applications. Water thoroughly whenever the soil feels dry to the touch and never allow the plant to stand... Read More
One of the most distinctive aspects of celebrating the holiday season is the look, feel and fragrance of holiday greens used in decorating our homes. There is nothing like the smell of fresh evergreen boughs to remind us that the holiday season is fast approaching. Christmas Trees & Evergreens The most familiar use of holiday greens is of course the Christmas tree. Setting up a... 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 Richlawn Turf Food 1 lb. of high nitrogen fertilizer per 1,000 sq ft. of turf. Water in well. Planting Beds... 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
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
