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This is the time of year when all the comics focus on raking leaves; when puppies are drawn running through neatly raked piles ready to be bagged and sent off to the landfill. Maybe you’ve been asking yourself if raking is still the best way to go. There are plenty of websites and social media […]
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As morning temperatures start to fall, it’s time to think about the changing seasons from Summer to Fall as well. Right now is prime time for ripe produce, beautiful sunflowers, a second blooming of some of your wildflowers, and time to consider what to do with your garden for fall. Start with these fall lawn
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I recently read a Southern Living article with author Pamela Crawford about potted annuals. Crawford has written a slew of books on the topic and so, I decided to list several potted annuals that work well on the Western Slope. Even if your backyard clay soil won’t grow more than Russian Sage and chokeweed, you
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When considering how to maximize water efficiency with your irrigation system, the question of “drip” vs. “spray” irrigation will often come up. Fortunately you can usually combine methods to get the best of both options. In most yards or in commercial landscaped areas, there are appropriate times for both spray and drip irrigation. Drip irrigation
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Though many may not realize it, much thought goes into designing a sustainable, low-maintenance commercial landscape design. Every space is unique, from sun exposure and soil conditions to traffic and business style. The following trends can work with almost any type of business and space. Native Plants Choosing Native plants is always a wise idea
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Spring weather in Grand Junction and on the Western Slope is a great mix of anybody’s guess. Some days everything is wilting from heat, other days we’re stringing lights in the fruit trees to keep the buds from freezing. Rain can last for an entire day or not show up for 14 days. This is
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If you’re considering adding to your xeriscaped yard, the following bushes are great drought-tolerant options. These flowering perennial shrubs are suitable for Western Colorado. They all enjoy well-drained soil and a good bit of sun. First, Sunset Hyssop, or “Agastache Rupestris” is a great option for sunny areas. It’s a beautiful perennial that attracts hummingbirds
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