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Our often dry, windy winters here on the Front Range can be especially tough on landscaping plants such as perennials,

Houseplant Pest Guide

Stop the Problem Before it StartsAlways check a plant over for pests before you purchase.Look at the plant's overall health,

Understanding Garden Fertilizers

The BasicsWhat is Fertilizer?Fertilizer is best described as plant food. It provides a plant with all the necessary micro and

Use these three tricks to keeping evergreen wreaths and garlands looking fresh.Fully hydrate the greenery prior to displaying itWater is

Caring for a Real Christmas Tree

Fresh Christmas trees require a little more care than fake ones, but their beauty and lowered environmental impact are worth

Choosing a Christmas Tree Variety

Questions to ConsiderDo you want a fuller tree (one with dense branches) or a more open tree (one with more

Fall Perennial Planting

Planting in the fall can save you a lot of money while also giving plants a jump start next spring!

Fern Care Guide

LightMost fern varieties naturally grow on the floor of thick, forested areas so they prefer a bright but indirect light.

Rick's Deer Resistant Plant List

A Note About Deer Resistant PlantsThe plants listed here are not guaranteed to be deer resistant. This is merely a

Tree and Shrub Planting Guide

Tree & Shrub Planting GuideCall before you dig! Dial 8111. Measure the depth of the root ball. Your planting hole

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