BestYard Blogs

In this post, we will learn about how landscape/garden journal can be a helpful tool for planning next year’s growing season. If you, like many of us, are spending more time in your backyard this year, you’ve likely been paying closer attention to your landscape. Perhaps you’ve noticed areas you’d like to improve, or that... Read more »

Let’s take care of the thirsty trees! Trees are also the most expensive plant investment in our yards and consequently, the most expensive to replace. Proper watering is one critical thing you can do to help maintain that investment. They contribute to our health, and they can increase property values as much as 20% by... Read more »

In this post, we will discuss why hot days don’t always grow the best veggies. This growing season has had more than its share of heat-filled days. Super-hot days don’t always grow the best veggies. Tomatoes, in particular, suffer during hot days combined with warm evenings. At 85 degrees, pollination and fruit set will be... Read more »

In this post let us discuss about how to save our plant from Japanese beetles. Japanese beetles have descended upon many Front Range communities. These exotic pests love many of our favorite plants, including roses, Virginia creeper, sunflowers, and green bean plants. But before the adult beetles wreak havoc on plants, leaving behind a lacy... Read more »

Let us discuss about lawn makeover in summer. Now is a good time to refresh garden areas, as some annuals have likely begun to fade. Choose some perennials that will tolerate the hot days still ahead and bring color to your garden for the rest of the growing season. Gardens are where plant science and... Read more »

July is a peak month during which your lawn and garden demand a lot of water. The outdoor water usage increases and this is the time when we all should use water efficiently. Governor Jared Polis has pronounced July as the month of Smart Irrigation. The aim of taking this initiative is to promote efficient... Read more »

Distress your lawn by professional watering techniques,   Is your lawn overcome by the heat? Some lawns are showing signs of stress and some are turning brown. But resist the urge to simply water more. First, check what’s going on with the lawn. There are fungus problems that can turn your lawn brown — almost... Read more »

In this weeks post, we will discuss about Native/Non-native plants. Colorado’s wild temperature swings, hard freezes, and dry conditions make it a challenge to grow plants, especially non-natives that many people expect to see in a beautiful landscape. But as drought spreads throughout the state, it might be time to adjust expectations and consider more... Read more »

In this week post, lets discuss about Mid-summer garden check-up. At this point in the summer, your gardening to-do list should be mostly about maintenance. Keep weeding and deadheading flowers like dahlias, marigolds, and salvia. Keep an eye out for emerging pests and fungus like aphids or powdery mildew and be proactive before they can... Read more »

Governor Polis has declared July Smart Irrigation Month. July is a peak month for outdoor water use and a good time to make sure you’re using irrigation efficiently. In July, BestYard.com is sending a series of 5 Secrets to help you save water, money and time in caring for your lawn and garden landscape. The... Read more »