Not only does it feel like spring, with the warm weather we are experiencing right now, it sometimes feels like summer is right around the corner. But wait a minute…we live in the Rocky Mountain growing region. What does that mean? Well, for all of you have lived in this area for some time, you know what that means. There is more cold, snow, rain... Read More
Plant Select® is the country’s leading brand of plants designed to thrive in high plains and intermountain regions, offering plants that provide more beauty with less work so gardeners of all levels can achieve smart, stunning and successful gardens using fewer resources and with a more positive environmental impact. Plant Select’s goal is to create smart plant choices for a new American Landscape inspired by... Read More
“Swept and dusted sitting-room & kitchen 350 times. Filled lamps 362 times. Swept and dusted chamber & stairs 40 times.” Entry in an 1864 housewife’s diary Yes, it is that time of year again to take part in the age-old tradition of SPRING CLEANING! Not only is it linked to religious and cultural traditions, our biological system seems hard wired for tidying up, really. We... Read More
Wind speed affects weather forecasting, aircraft and maritime operations, construction projects, growth and metabolism rate of many plant species, and countless other implications. Wind has both speed and direction. Anemometers measure wind speed and wind vanes (weather vanes) measure wind direction. Wind speed, or wind flow velocity, is a fundamental atmospheric quantity. Wind speed is caused by air moving from high pressure to low pressure,... Read More
Have you noticed how much longer the days are getting? Finally, the sun is up early and setting later at a very rapid rate now. It is hard to believe that in just 3 weeks we will reach the Spring Equinox – equal hours of day and night, with the days continuing to get longer from here on out until June. Sure, feels good. That... Read More
Minestrone with Farro and Chia Pesto Recipe Both chia and farro add not only texture but also health to this veggie-packed soup. From “Superfood Soups” By Julie Morris Photo by LA Food Photography Cook Time: 50 min Yield: 10 servings Instead of using pasta in this minestrone, I like to use farro (whole, not pearled farro here) — it adds a whopping 21 grams of... Read More
Early each spring season, we review last year’s gardening experiences and begin a new plan for success. Springtime is arguably the most exciting of all the seasonal changes because it really does feel like a new beginning with fresh hopes, attitudes and opportunities. First off, determine what worked well and plan on capitalizing on those successes! Did your beautiful flower pots on the front porch... Read More
From our friends at CSU Denver Extension Horticulture: If you can read and follow instructions, you can grow a garden. Most seed packets have all the information a gardener needs to plant and grow whatever seeds are hidden inside. Whether you want to plant flowers, herbs, fruits or vegetables, let the seed packet be your guide. Instead of falling for the picture on the front... Read More
Now’s the time to start thinking about sowing peppers indoors! Creek Side Gardens features a great selection of pepper seed varieties from Botanical Interests, our local seed supplier. Whether you like the heat or like them sweet, peppers are a kitchen staple. Temperature is crucial for starting peppers. Pepper seeds germinate much faster if the soil/media is kept at 70°-90°F. At cooler temperatures, they can... Read More
Take advantage of the 2018 Colorado Free Days coming up at our local attractions. Because we all contribute to these organizations through our cultural facilities sales tax, free days are offered periodically throughout the year. Following is a list of Free Days this spring. Children’s Museum – 4-8pm – Mar. 6, Apr. 3, May 1, June 5, July 3, Aug. 7, Sep. 4, Oct.... Read More
