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10/12/2019

Focus on fall tree care:
Prune shade trees so they will be better prepared to handle wind and snow. If there are dead or damaged branches from last year's storms that have not been pruned, they could become a hazard during early snows this season.

Broken branches fall randomly and without warning, threaten people and property, and should be addressed as a liability. Take care of them before a problem occurs. For the viability of your trees, structural pruning will help them stand up to winter storms with less damage.

Once your trees have gone dormant, it’s a good time to prune suckers and water sprouts. For branches that you can’t easily reach from the ground, consult a professional to have your tree pruned in a way that is safe for the person doing the work and for the health of the tree.

And remember to keep watering! If the temperatures are above freezing, you can—and should—safely water your trees and shrubs AND TURF GRASS, IT CAN NOT GO WEEKS WITHOUT WATER!!

09/12/2019

This is our yard of the week. Ken & Martha have been long term clients over 20 years, they have a nice yard because they water and water well plus they allow me to apply chemical applications as needed, if you cannot afford to water, or do not want to water, or are too lazy or cheap to water, you should not have a yard; a patio home, town home, or apartment is better suited for you... it is not fair to your neighbors to not keep your yard up!

08/08/2019

Yard of the day. Sue waters appropriately, and follows my chemical applications treatment plan. The results speak for themselves. 🌞

06/09/2019

One way to save water and dress up the landscape in the process, is to top dress bed areas with mulch. And there is nothing better to use than fresh, 100% organic wood mulch.

Check out our top five reasons for wood mulch:

Seasonal mulching decreases evaporation rates from the soil by as much as 35 percent, which makes for efficient water use.
Mulching also suppresses w**d growth. If there are fewer w**ds in your yard, there are fewer plants competing with your landscape plants for nutrients and moisture. That's another water savings.
A healthy layer of mulch insulates plants and helps protect their roots from the extreme temperature shifts we experience in Colorado.
As mulch breaks down, it becomes nutritious organic matter, which promotes future healthy growth.
Like frosting on a cake, mulch creates an even appearance across the landscape and provides year-round color, texture and interest.
Mulches recycled from local pruning debris can be put back into the landscape as a healthy amendment. Locally sourced mulch is a sustainable option, supporting the local economy and lessening the carbon footprint. Because it is derived from organic material, it settles onto the soil and does not blow away like mulch that has been recycled from treated wood products such as pallets. It must, however, first be watered in so that it settles.

05/21/2019

4 of many keys to a great yard. A yard is a constant work in progress and process.

04/27/2019

Tip of the Week; Consider the columbine!!
Rocky Mountain Columbine is an easy-to-grow perennial that blooms from late spring to early summer, reaching a mature height of 18” tall by 15” wide. Its flowers attract hummingbirds, and it is somewhat resistant to deer and rabbits. As the name suggests, it is well-suited to Colorado landscapes in the high country and along the Front Range.

Though it is a native plant and often grows along hiking trails without irrigation, columbine in your garden will need regular summer water. Please don’t collect a columbine from a trail—transplanting a native plant is bad for the ecosystem, often ends with the transplant dying quickly, and is probably illegal. Since 1925, a state statute makes it illegal to pick Rocky Mountain columbine on public lands.

Your best bet for success is to purchase from a local nursery a columbine that is already in bloom. You can grow it as a companion plant with other perennials with similar moisture needs, like creeping phlox or campanula rotundifolia (a blue bellflower); make sure soil has good drainage. Ideal light is in an area that offers morning sun and afternoon shade. A half day of sunlight promotes blooming.

Varieties to consider for Colorado include:

Aquilegia saximontana - has blue and white flowers with hooked spurs
Aquilegia laramiensis - a white-flowered dwarf from Wyoming.
Aquilegia chrysantha - the golden Columbine, which is heat tolerant and re-blooms well if deadheaded

01/19/2019

Snow and ice can wreak havoc on our sidewalks and pathways. The snow begins to melt as the day warms up, then freezes in overnight temperatures, leaving you with a very slippery situation. To avoid slips and falls, it makes sense to put down some ice melt.

But responsible use of ice melt is important for people, plants, and pets. Misuse can cause its own set of painful problems. Most ice melts include salts and can damage hardscape surfaces, burn paws, and even hurt human hands if handled improperly. It can also find its way into nearby lawns or plant beds where it can dehydrate and injure your greenery and pollute runoff. Try to find PET SAFE and Turf friendly products.

Follow these guidelines to minimize the potential negative effects of ice melt:

Clear the way.
Shovel as much snow as possible from your walks before you put down the product. Ice melt isn’t designed to melt inches of snow, so clear the way before sprinkling it on your property.

Use it sparingly.
When the snow and ice are gone, you shouldn’t be left with piles of ice melt. You don’t even need to cover the entire surface with the product. The salts can dissolve in the melting ice and spread out for more coverage than you realize. You may not even need to reapply.

Clean up afterward.
Once the moisture has evaporated, sweep up the ice melt and throw it away. Don’t sweep the product onto your lawn or plants, where it can cause injury, or leave it to cause damage to your concrete, wood deck, or pavers.

If you’re finding icy areas after every storm, you might evaluate the cause. By making changes to prevent puddles and ice from forming due to drainage issues, you’ll need less ice melt—or none at all.

01/12/2019

Even though we are getting some moisture, and our plants look dormant, the amount of moisture they receive—or don’t receive—in the winter can cause root damage and have effects that last all year long.

We have had an exceptionally dry year in Colorado. Even with winter snow, we can’t assume our plants have enough moisture. Snow doesn’t go as far as you might think: it takes, on average, 10 inches of snowfall to equal 1 inch of rain. Watering our landscapes makes a big difference in sustaining our plants through the winter months and gives them a healthy start for spring. If they start the growing season in a water deficit, they won’t do well when the hot summer weather hits.

Winter watering is especially important for newly established plants. If you planted new trees, shrubs, or perennials last year, make sure they are watered regularly to keep them in good shape.

And don’t forget about your lawn. Winter watering of your lawn can help prevent root damage and turf mite damage. Lawns with south or west exposure, as well as those in windy conditions, can be more susceptible to dryness or damage.

Experts at Colorado State University offer these guidelines:

Water when air and soil temperatures are above 40 degrees with no snow cover.
Water mid-day so that the water doesn’t freeze overnight and cause damage.
One or two times per month, depending on conditions, is usually sufficient. An hour per spot/setting.
For trees, a good rule of thumb is to apply 10 gallons of water for each diameter inch of the tree.

01/11/2019

So very grateful for this much needed moisture. Don't forget to water your shrubs & other plants if we don't get more moisture & especially your South & West facing turf to avoid lawn mites & severe lawn damage...

11/25/2018

It's not too late to do any of these, and have a great lawn come spring!! These tips will ensure a beautiful lawn come next year. Give me a call if you need our services!

1. Get to the Root of the Problem.
CSU professors recommend fall aeration to open pockets of air to allow your turf’s root system to breathe, grow deeper, and absorb nutrients and water.

2. Apply Winter Fertilizer. It is NOT too late!
Most lawn care experts agree that the early winter application of fertilizer is the most important one for lawns.
It promotes a healthy, thriving root system, stores vital nutrients for the winter and early spring, and aids the cold hardiness of your turf from winter damage.

3. Fall is the best time for installing mulch.
Applying a fresh layer of mulch in the fall insulates soil and roots, moderates extreme temperatures, and keeps plants and organisms alive longer. This will shorten the freezing cycle and help the soil retain moisture. Next spring it will prevent w**ds from growing and get your garden going earlier.

4. Apply a Mite Control Application in November to Mid-December.
Do this if your lawn or your neighborhood had mite damage in 2017.
This is one area where an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure.
Mites can cause considerable damage to your lawn if left undiagnosed and not treated in 3 weeks or less.
Almost all serious injury by grass mites are related to winter drought stress.
South-facing hills with sun exposure are typical areas where turf damage can be expected.

5. Do a Fall Clean Up in November to mid-December.
Take time to put your yard and landscape “to bed” in fall, your lawn will reap the rewards.
Give your lawn a healthy start next spring by managing these fall tasks.
Trim shrubs. Divide plants. If your perennials are overcrowded, fall is an ideal time to divide the root ball and replant. Cutting back the plants prior to transplanting can help reduce shock.
Plant fall bulbs. Plant in fall to enjoy spring’s first blooms - crocus, daffodil, tulip. The best time to plant is after the first frost so the bulbs will stay cool all winter. Dig holes for bulbs and fertilize before replacing soil.
Pick up leaves. Fall cleanup will save time for gardening come spring, and clearing your lawn of leaves and sticks will prevent the heavy, wet foliage from suffocating the turf. Dark, moist environments are breeding grounds for disease.

11/14/2018

Where are you at on your fall lawn care?
As fall winds down, the tendency is to put lawn care on the back burner until spring blooms anew. But by taking time to put your landscape “to bed” in fall, your lawn will reap the rewards.
A few 'tips':
Tip 1: Feed your lawn.
Think of fall fertilization as refueling and replenishing your lawn after a long, hot summer. Fall fertilization will help your lawn maintain your lawn’s root health and replenish nutrients that were expended in summer months. Fall feeding should be timed the plants are still absorbing nutrients, so don’t wait too long. Fall feeding can start in October or into November.
Tip 2: Remember to water.
Before you put away that watering can and retire the sprinklers for the season, remember that thriving plants are still thirsty. Water early in the day to avoid evaporation and disease development. And water deep. When you see moisture soak into the soil of container plants and beds, apply another dose. You can't go weeks without water and neither can your grass nor plants. Winter watering is CRUCIAL.
Tip 3: Air out the soil.
Thatch build-up and foot traffic can com-pact soil, which cuts off oxygen and nutrient supply to the roots. Aeration loosens soil and literally airs out the earth. Soil plugs that are removed can be left on the lawn – they will eventually break down, providing nutrients to your lawn. Balding turf, matted-down grass, sparse new growth, pools of water and tough ground are signs you need to aerate.
Tip 4: Level and reseed.
Start spring on level ground by filling ruts and low spots were water collects now. Early fall is the best time to reseed a lawn so surface roots establish before winter. Loosen soil with a dethatching rake, add soil amendment and evenly apply seed. Or better yet, do this with aeration.

Tip 5: Divide plants.
If your perennials are overcrowded, fall is an ideal time to divide the root ball and replant. Cutting back the plants prior to transplanting can help reduce shock.

Tip 6: Plant fall bulbs.
Plant in fall to enjoy spring’s first blooms –crocus, daffodil, tulip. The best time to plant is after the first frost so the bulbs will stay cool all winter. Dig holes for bulbs and fertilize before replacing soil.
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Tip 7: Pick up leaves.
Fall cleanup will save time for gardening come spring, and clearing your lawn of leaves and sticks will prevent the heavy, wet foliage from suffocating the turf. Dark, moist environments are breeding grounds for disease.

Tip 8: Mow lower.
Make the last mowing of the season a shorter-cut since you will retire lawn equipment or services until spring comes around again.

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