Water is precious, scarce, and expensive here in the arid Rocky Mountain region, especially following one of the driest winters on record. So how do we keep our gardens thriving […]
Seasonal Tip: Summer
Two Simple Tasks You Can Do Right Now to Control Japanese Beetles in Your Garden
By Eri Matsumura It’s that time of year when we start seeing those pesky Japanese Beetles appear in our yard. Adult beetles will start their feeding from July to August, […]
Watering During the Dog Days
- Season: Summer
Indigo Deany Welcome August – welcome heat waves, fiery air, crispy edges, languid and listless stirrings. This is the solar season, where the smoldering sun bests even the most committed […]
A Guide to Composting
- Season: Summer
By Laurel Aiello DIY composting turns organic waste into nutrients for your garden while reducing your carbon footprint. It also saves you money on store-bought garden amendments, which add up […]
Preventing Blossom-End Rot in Tomatoes
By Paul Battafarano Tomatoes are the king of the vegetables for many gardeners. However, these sweet fruits are susceptible to many issues. One of these issues is the dreaded blossom-end […]
Japanese Beetle Prevention
Overview Japanese beetles undergo complete metamorphosis, starting as grubs in your lawn and developing into round, metallic- sheened, hard bodied beetles. These hungry beetles enjoy a wide variety of plants […]
How to Grow Hardy Hibiscus
- Season: Summer
By Alex Tisthammer Hibiscus moscheutos, also known as hardy hibiscus, doesn’t look like it should survive in dry, hot Colorado with its huge tropical blooms and large glossy leaves. Luckily […]
10 Perennials in Bloom for June
By Alex Tisthammer June is my favorite month of the year! We’ve made it through the craziness of May and now we can get to planting without having to worry […]
Designing Annual Arrangements
By Laurel Aiello Annual flowers can transform any porch, patio or storefront with bursts of color that dazzle all summer long. Some varieties trail and vine, making them great for […]