Landscape Architects learn how to develop scaled drawing for their projects. What is a scaled drawing? It is a plan that shows the accurate measurements from either site measuring or a plot plan of your home and yard done by a Civil Engineer. Why is it important to have a scaled drawing for your Colorado…
Colorado Springs has the ideal climate to spend time outdoors, and what better way to spend some time in your garden than meditation. Creating a meditation space has a few factors for it to be a successful meditation session. Here are the considerations for your space. Privacy- Having a secluded area to sit should first…
The very best way to have an interesting and engaging garden is to work towards diversity. Having a number of elements working towards a single goal is a way to keep the garden feeling fresh and alive. It is said that a garden is like a fingerprint- unique to its owner. A diverse garden can…
Anybody who has even spent a week here in Colorado Springs has felt the strong winds we can have. The wind can spoil a nice afternoon on your patio or deck. As someone who works outside for a living, I would rather work in the cold or heat over a windy day. What can be…
There is a reason that gardening remains a favorite pastime for adults. Having your hands in warm soil is heaven on earth, in my humble opinion. Here is a hack that I have learned from almost five decades of working in my own gardens, as well as the hundreds and hundreds of gardens for my…
Let me start by saying this is a very subjective list of perennials for Colorado Springs. There are a ton of other wonderful choices for your yard. Here is a list of ten perennials that are beautiful, dependable and hardy. Keep in mind your space may be very shady or very sunny, so always keep…
Learn How Landscaping Adds Property Value to Your Colorado Springs Home If you have paid attention to channels like HGTV or read articles about home value and what you can do to boost yours, you have surely heard the term curb appeal used many times. That’s because it plays an important role in the value…