Outdoor

Clinton Sander, Marketing Manager, A1 Organics

Composting questions and answers Founded in 1974, A1 Organics specializes in organic soils, certified composts and premium mulch and offers organic recycling services. The company processes and recycles more than...

Smart Irrigation for Residential Landscapes

Smart irrigation systems use technology that adapts to winds, soils and weather, and products that water our landscapes more efficiently.

Doggone Good Homes

Colorado Builder talks to a few experts about dog-friendly home and yard features that are appealing to homeowners today.

Three Common Xeriscaping Myths

As you explore alternatives to traditional lawns, here are xeriscaping myths to avoid, so you can create vibrant outdoor spaces.

Water Conservation Isn’t a Trend; It’s a Responsibility

Water conservation does not mean foregoing water altogether, but instead using water as efficiently as possible to reduce unnecessary usage.

Three Evergreens for Attractive Winter Landscapes

Let’s say you want to design a landscape that’s a crowd pleaser even in the winter, but you don’t want your plants to scream, “Xeric!”

Are Your Landscapes a Deferred Expense?

Keeping traditional lawns looking good in a semi-arid climate adds up in irrigation and maintenance costs for homeowners.

Are Your Landscapes Elevating Your Clients’ Well-being?

Sensory gardens inspire us to explore the natural world with our hands, nose, ears, mouth, eyes or even memory.

Reimagining the Home Landscape

For many people, gardens are a big part of what makes their house a home. And studies show that immersing ourselves in nature is good for us.

Yard-to-table Landscaping

The “farm-to-table” trend is still going strong among epicureans and restaurateurs, but it’s also inspired an all-new market to sprout—yard-to-table landscaping.