Blowing in the Wind

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

Cabin Fever Spring

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

Healthy Soup

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

A New Beginning

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

How to Read a Seed Packet

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

Pepper Seed Sowing

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

Colorado Free Days 2018!

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

Great Backyard Bird Count 2018

“Byrdes of on kynde and color flok and flye allwayes together.” SAY WHAT? Translated from Old English, “Birds of the same kind and color flock and fly always together.” Since the mid-16th century this flighty proverb has been used literally and figuratively. Literally, birds of a single species often form flocks. For our feathered friends, this behavior is a survival instinct used to ward... Read More

Another Busy Off-Season

Most of our Color Your Life eNews readers probably think the Green Team has been spending this break time on a far off warm, sandy beach. Resting up from the hustle and bustle of operating a full-service garden center through all the seasons that Mother Nature has to offer. No doubt, we deserve it! But not the case, as we are a dedicated bunch with... Read More

Garden to Table

Living in Colorado has many benefits. We experience plentiful sunshine, four distinct seasons, varied outdoor landscapes from the Plains to the Rocky Mountains and down to the desert in the Four Corners region. The unique topography allows for interesting growing conditions which can provide fruits and vegetables nearly year round – with a little research, building, and planning. The farmers of our state have realized... Read More