BestYard Blogs

It’s still winter-spring officially begins March 20—and heavy snowfall predicted this weekend is a reminder that despite the change in season, March is historically Colorado’s snowiest month. Deep snowfalls—especially spring snow that tends to be heavier and wetter than powdery winter snow—can break tree limbs, smother and crush ornamental...

  Children who grow their own vegetables are five times more likely to eat them, according to a 2015 study. Whether it’s at school or at home, gardening can benefit their health and wellbeing in many ways. Consider involving your children in planning your garden, and garden alongside them...

Here are few guidelines to minimize the potential negative effects of ice melt.   Snow and ice can wreak havoc on our sidewalks and pathways. The Front Range’s heavy snowfall can melt as the day warms up, then freeze in overnight temperatures, leaving you with a slippery situation. To...

Are you thinking to schedule professional landscape services? Here are some tips for you. After the recent deep freeze, it’s hard to believe that spring is just a month away. While you’re staying warm indoors, it’s a good time to plan your landscape for warmer months. Demand is high...

Are your plants protected? Here is the checklist. The forecast predicts overnight temperatures in the single digits this weekend. Are your plants protected? In the landscape Mulch is key to insulate and protect vulnerable plants. In late fall/early winter, you should have put down two to four inches of...

In this post, we will learn about many functions of the soil. If you’re building a house, you need a solid foundation. The same goes for building a landscape. Soil serves as the foundation, so it pays to focus on creating a quality foundation if you want a healthy...

In this post, we will be learning about the hardiness zone while you plan your landscape. It’s often said that the key to successful, sustainable plants is putting the right plant in the right place. But first, you need to know your place. That begins by learning your hardiness...

In this post, we will discuss about how to make sure the roots and canopy get the right amount of water. Trees are one of the most valuable assets in a landscape. With the ongoing drought in Colorado, winter watering is more important than ever to preserve your investment....

In this post, we will discuss about what you want in your garden this summer. Winter officially began just a few weeks ago, but it’s already time to think about what you want in your garden this summer. Last year, gardening supply companies and garden centers experienced a huge...

In this post, here are guidelines from CSU on when and how to water this winter. Dry conditions across Colorado mean you’ll need to drag out the hose and sprinkler and water your landscape this winter. Snowfall usually provides far less moisture than rain, so you should supplement with...