Keeping the Garden and Landscape Going During Drought – April monthly series for Erie CO area landscapes

Keeping the Garden and Landscape Going During Drought Erie, Colorado area landscaping {Monthly Series: April 2026} Every decade or so we deal with dry and hot conditions for at least one summer season. 2012, and 2002 were the last two major drought times in Colorado. It can be difficult to navigate the various water restrictions … More Keeping the Garden and Landscape Going During Drought – April monthly series for Erie CO area landscapes

What Should I Prune And Clean Up In October for Erie Colorado area landscapes

What Should I Prune And Clean Up In October? Erie, Colorado area landscapes {Monthly Series} There are certain shrubs that definitely cannot be pruned in October. Those are the ones that have already set their blooms for next season, and some that it is just best to wait to see what grows back into our … More What Should I Prune And Clean Up In October for Erie Colorado area landscapes

July 2025 Plant of the Month for Erie Colorado area landscapes

Princess Kay Plum Erie, Colorado area landscapes {Monthly Series} ‘Princess Kay’ Canadian Plum or Prunus nigra, is a medium to fast growing plum tree with a rounded crown and beautiful double white flowers in spring. It will grow 15-20’ tall and 10-15’ wide, so it will be a good fit for smaller Erie Colorado landscapes … More July 2025 Plant of the Month for Erie Colorado area landscapes

April 2025 Plant of the Month for Erie Colorado area landscapes

Corkbark Fir Erie, Colorado area landscapes {Monthly Series} Corkbark Fir or Abies lasiocarpa var. arizonica is a subspecies of Subalpine fir which is a high altitude western North American fir tree. It grows natively in the high altitudes of the southwestern Rocky Mountains in southern Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico. It is sometimes used as … More April 2025 Plant of the Month for Erie Colorado area landscapes

Slab Stone Steps add character and functionality for Erie Colorado area landscapes March 2025

Slab Stone Steps add character and functionality Erie, Colorado area landscapes {Monthly Series} Large slab steps are a great feature to add to your landscape. If you have a slope that is difficult to navigate, or even an area off a patio that you frequently jump off of, slab stone steps can make life easier. … More Slab Stone Steps add character and functionality for Erie Colorado area landscapes March 2025