The rollercoaster spring weather here in Colorado can be challenging. A warm few 60-degree days gets everyone in a happy tizzy to start planting. Then a drastic cold snap stops us in our tracks as we wait for the weather to stabilize. For all of you that have lived in this area for some time, you know this is normal – ‘typical Rocky Mountain Spring’.... Read More
On March 20th it will officially be spring! While the weather is warming up and giving all of us the itch to garden again, be ready with these garden essentials to have on hand. Lawn fertilizer As your turf starts to come out of dormancy, it will be important to apply an early lawn fertilizer. The proper fertilizer for April/May is the All-Seasons from Fertilome. ... Read More
Your garden pots are planted with glorious colored annuals. The vegetable garden is flourishing with the hopes of a good bounty. You look around and wonder, ‘something is missing’. Garden art is an extension of your personal style and creates visual interest. Creek Side Gardens is stocking up on fun things for your garden and yard this season. Pottery Not every pot has to be... Read More
If the days are getting longer, you know there is a lot happening at Creek Side Gardens. We know you think the Creek Side Green Team has spent the winter months lounging around somewhere warm. But contrary to popular belief, we have been busy tearing the place apart and putting it back together for a fresh start to 2022. Two greenhouses are already full of... Read More
Home vegetable gardeners love the Creek Side vegetable plant program! All our herbs and vegetables are Grown Fresh™ in the Creek Side greenhouse under our watchful care to help ensure you receive the best plants available. Do a little research ahead of time and find info on each of the Creek Side varieties to find what might work best in your garden. Tomatoes The Burpee... Read More
The holiday season is filled with laughter, music, food, and drink and behind all that cheer is the one person who is the ultimate hostess. What a wonderful custom it is to honor the hostess with a gift of gratitude and at Creek Side you will find a thoughtful, unique hostess gift. Flour Sack Towels We always have a great selection of flour sack towels. ... Read More
In the rush of the holidays, after the “who for” lists are completed, don’t forget to include yourself and your family in the celebration. Consider decorating your home with fun and personal holiday accents, winter greenery and flowers. Meaningful Living Spaces Creating a meaningful living space in our home provides us a quiet place to decompress after stressful days at work; they provide us a... Read More
The holiday season is here! Are you ready? As always, our gift shop, boutique and glasshouse conservatory are brimming with fun, unique and thoughtful gifts that are sure to make your gift recipient happy! Take a few minutes to stop by for a visit. In the Gift Shop Holiday Dish Towels Holiday dish towels have always been a Creek Sider favorite. Whimsical, bright, and fun;... Read More
As your houseplants take a break for the winter it can be easy to accidentally kill them with kindness. Here’s how to avoid overwatering and even nurse overwatered plants back to life. Do the finger touch test Get into the habit of checking the soil before you reach for your watering can. Simply touch the surface of the soil with your finger. If it feels... Read More
Creek Side Holiday Home Decor and Gifts Who knew that your community greenhouse and garden center would feature a home décor gift shop and boutique? Certainly, one of the biggest surprises for our first-time visitors. The gift shop is often the ‘go to’ place for our regular customers who can usually find a special and unique gift for themselves or to give away. The gift... Read More
