Colorado gardens

Live in Colorado but aren't sure what perennials to plant this season? Check out this list of options before you start planting!

Denver is a beautiful city and creating a garden oasis can only add to that beauty. But the conditions for planting aren’t necessarily ideal. Your plants of

Today GPOD is visiting Cathy Hollis in Englewood, Colorado. She is sharing photos of her beautiful, colorful English border garden.

Discover the best shrubs for Colorado landscapes that are low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and perfect for xeriscaping. Explore a variety of flowering shrubs and evergreen plants ideal for Utah's climate as well. Create a vibrant and sustainable garden with these top choices for Colorado landscaping.

If you live in the front range and Denver area of Colorado, it's great to plant Native Plants for the birds, pollinators and other wildlife – especially if

In this blog post, we will showcase 7 stunning designs that will help you transform your Colorado backyard into a beautiful oasis.

Choosing the right shrubs for your Colorado garden can be a rewarding task. Hardy plants that thrive in the state’s unique climate offer a quick way to add

Elevate the appeal of your outdoor area with a curated selection of 10 exquisite landscaping ideas inspired by the scenic beauty of Colorado. Unveil the potential to craft a space that harmoniously combines aesthetics and practicality, creating an inviting retreat right at your doorstep. Explore these innovative landscaping concepts and embark on a journey to transform your surroundings into a breathtaking oasis.

March, the gardener's version of “are we there yet?” While you're waiting here are the March tasks for the Colorado Gardener to tackle!

Add a touch of Colorado charm to your garden with shade-loving plants that thrive in our state's unique climate! Find inspiration for creating a beautiful and low-maintenance outdoor space in this guide to shade garden plants perfect for Colorado - save it for when you're ready to transform your yard! Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or just starting out, get the tips and tricks you need to make your vision a reality.

As Colorado sizzles in the summer sun, many people are turning to water-wise plants to spruce up their landscapes. “We promote 160 plants that are sold by retailers along the Front Range,” said Ross Shrigley, executive director at Plant Select. “We’ve seen sales increase by 14% since 2017 and expect that to continue to increase.” Plant Select is a nonprofit collaboration of Colorado State University, Denver Botanic Gardens and professional horticulturists that advocates for using plants that…

Here are 5 big gardening trends that are changing what Denver flower gardens look like. Get inspired! #gowestgardener

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Text by Cindy Cooper Visitors and residents alike are enlightened year-round by the one-of-a-kind gardens located in metro Denver, Colorado. Season to season, exhibitions and special events at Denver Botanic Gardens take place to delight and educate the public. Guests can experience the new Freyer-Newman Center, which celebrates the relationship between science and art and […]

If you're thinking about starting a Colorado vegetable garden this post provides pictures and the advice you'll need. High elevation gardening tips and advice.

Today GPOD is visiting Cathy Hollis in Englewood, Colorado. She is sharing photos of her beautiful, colorful English border garden.

Are you a native of Colorado and looking to spruce up your landscaping? Adding flowering shrubs and trees is the perfect way to add both color and fragrance to your existing outdoor space. Depending on where you live in Colorado, certain species of trees and shrubs will do better than others. You will need to […]

In the southwest andn Rocky Mountain areas, water wise landscape designs come in all colors and shapes and incorporate a wide range of both nativespecies as well as appropriate adapted plants, ranging from succulents and cacti to endemic penstemons and traditional perennials. Laura and Time Spear have created a colorful perennial garden in their Colorado Springs compund.

Xeriscape Plants Colorado Ideas: Transform your landscape with native grasses and rock elements.