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Putting Colorado Back in Our Landscapes

We have an opportunity in our landscapes to lean into what makes us uniquely Colorado—to see the beauty in our

On a small lot, every plant has to "pay its rent" with beautiful flowers, wonderful fruit or seasonal color. (Photo: Michael Galli)

When homeowners have limited areas to work with, designers and contractors do not have many chances to wow them, so

Spirea media 'Double Play Blue Kazoo' (Photo: Spring Meadow)

Reblooming plants give cold-climate gardeners a second chance at flowering.

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Homebuyers who build on lots with contaminated soil may be seeking ways to sustainably improve topsoil, especially as they begin

The trees we plant on Arbor Day will benefit others for generations to come.

Each spring, Colorado cities and towns celebrate Arbor Day. This day is very important to the 90-plus communities and universities

Standards like ANSI A300 help tree care professionals provide the best care for trees while meeting clients’ needs safely.

Standards like ANSI A300 help tree care professionals provide the best care for trees while meeting clients’ needs safely.

Wilt disease is spread by pine wood nematodes that hitch a ride on the pine sawyer beetle.

Scots and Austrian pines are especially susceptible to wilt disease.

The emerald ash borer (Photo: Dan West, CSFS)

Homogeneous community forests are less able to withstand risks from pests and disease.

Volunteers at work with The Park People’s community forester program. (Photo: The Park People)

Tree and lawn care is a long-term relationship business, says Mountain High founder Ralph Bronk.