Tag: Plants

Three Common Xeriscaping Myths

Landscaping Ann Kendall - July 4, 2023

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

Three Evergreens for Attractive Winter Landscapes

Landscaping Ann Kendall - March 30, 2023

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 Elevating Your Clients’ Well-being?

Landscaping Ann Kendall - August 22, 2022

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

Reimagining the Home Landscape

Landscaping Ann Kendall - August 1, 2022

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

Landscaping Amy Guettler - July 13, 2022

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.

Putting Colorado Back in Our Landscapes

Landscaping Ann Kendall - June 10, 2022

We have an opportunity in our landscapes to lean into what makes us uniquely Colorado—to see the beauty in our natural western landscapes and bring it into our constructed ones.

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Houzz Scholarship Program Open for 2024

News November 27, 2023

Houzz, a home remodeling and design platform, is giving out $2,500 scholarships to aspiring design and construction professionals.

Cities Enroll for Affordable Housing

News November 25, 2023

Across Colorado, 67 cities and towns have signed up to receive access to affordable housing funds approved by voters last November.

Lessons from the Housing Crisis

The Homebuyer November 21, 2023

Michael Beninati shares some heartfelt advice for homebuilders on how to navigate the sale of new residential homes to buyers.

The Dangers of Building on Bentonite

Build March 15, 2022

Colorado has seen significant issues with heaving soils under roads and structures, caused by the wetting of the bentonite clay soil.

Setting the Stage

Sales | Marketing October 16, 2023

Home staging is the process of preparing a home to go on the market, and it can deliver a positive return on investment.

Building Relationships Matters to Ascent

Products October 20, 2023

When issues arise, Ascent Builders believes good relationships with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors are worth their weight in gold.