September 26, 2017 4 landscape design strategies that save you money The creativity and experience you invest in when hiring a landscape designer can pay big dividends. Sometimes, however, you may want to take a more hands-on approach, whether it’s for monetary reasons or because you enjoy getting in the dirt.
September 26, 2017 Why you should plant shade-loving hostas in your garden Hostas prove that variety is the spice of life, at least when it comes to their role in the landscape. Their large leaves come in a range of colors, shapes and textures and last for years. With thousands of hosta species to choose from, there’s sure to be something that will work in the shady spots of your garden.
September 25, 2017 10 ways to get a naturalistic prairie look in your garden Prairie-style planting is one of the strongest and most fashionable movements in gardening right now. Inspired by the flowers of natural prairies, it’s a look full of movement, light and color. It mimics nature in all its layers of planting, adding extra interest through the seasons.
September 22, 2017 Incorporate irises in your fall garden for beautiful spring blooms Fall is the standard planting time for irises, although some can also be planted in early spring. You should begin planting bearded irises in summer in the coldest-winter climates. You’ll be rewarded with blooms for years to come.
September 19, 2017 8 ways to add year-round color to your garden If your garden occasionally suffers from the doldrums, check out these ways to add some color that you can count on.
June 23, 2017 You may never have to buy these plants again “New plants from old” might be one of the rallying cries of gardeners everywhere. These 10 plants are all fairly easy to propagate, giving you the chance to fill your garden or home with more of your favorites, or provide plants as gifts to friends and neighbors.
June 21, 2017 Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch wants $1.675 million for Colorado estate The property, roughly 10 miles from downtown Boulder, is being marketed as a “horse lover’s paradise.”
June 16, 2017 How to design a secret garden No matter where your plot of land is, there’s an opportunity to make your garden feel like a secret, secluded space. The best secret gardens not only feel private, but they also have a certain magic about them, evoking the sense of being removed from the hustle of daily life and transported to somewhere else entirely.
June 16, 2017 8 outdoor projects to start this summer Whether it’s a raised bed for growing herbs and veggies, a shed for organizing garden tools or a living wall in a courtyard, we all have a few big-ticket items on our dream garden list. Here’s your cheat sheet on what to know and how to make it happen.
June 9, 2017 How to make your driveway part of your garden The often-overlooked planting area running alongside the driveway can provide an opportunity to increase your home’s curb appeal and help tie in a paved area to the rest of the landscape. Browse these nine ideas for driveway plantings of all styles, shapes and sizes, whether you’re looking for neat and tidy trimmed hedges or abundant colorful flowers.
