Get your fall plantings in now, and enjoy veggies beyond Denver’s first frost
They say successful comedians have the best timing. The same goes when seeding fall crops.
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How to identify common Denver garden pests
In late August, there is a vast assortment of insect action in our gardens, and it is worth a listen and a watch to see what is happening.
Million bells, sapphire sage and other workhorse plants that thrive in Colorado conditions
Workhorses are stars that thrives in our high altitude, dry, alkaline soil, and low yearly moisture.
Herbs are the stars of your summer garden. Here’s some ways to use them.
While they are often grown for their good looks, these plants can flavor food and make teas.
Shade your tomatoes during heat waves, and other summertime growing tips
We grow them because we love them. Are they easy? Not always, but their delicious ripe rewards confirm why tomatoes continue to be the most popular crop grown among home...
Gardening: Q&A for lawns and plants in the heat of summer
By late June, gardens are growing and blooming in full stride -- mostly. Dead lawn patches, squirrels and failed plantings can be sore spots.
There’s something special about growing your own basil in Colorado
One of the many pleasures and essences of the outdoor growing season is basil. What other edible herb breathes so much flavor and summer sunshine into a dish?
Finally, it’s tomato planting season in Colorado. Or is it?
Technically we haven't had consistent nights in the 50s to officially plant warm-season crops.
You can’t go wrong with a hanging basket for Mother’s Day
Honoring moms and gardening go together like peas and carrots, peanut butter and jelly and, of course, rock 'n' roll. Let the celebration begin this weekend, hug your mom, let...
Colorado gardening tips: How to avoid landscape failures
Landscape design and planting techniques are personal choices by homeowners, unless you are moving to a house that is already landscaped. Unfortunately, mistakes and missteps can happen when planting and...