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Fall will be fast upon us, and no one knows that better than native pollinators. Hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees all continue to toil before cool weather hits. Many of them are either gearing up t…

While I spoke to Allisa Linfield in November, you cannot sense the time of year as we begin our video chat. Her office space is filled with warm Colorado sunshine and she has plants filling the space.…

Trees are the cornerstones of our landscapes. No other kind of plant impacts the local ecosystem as broadly and effectively as trees; they create shady, cool microclimates, provide erosion control wit…

Here in the nursery at Rick’s Garden Center, we tend towards smaller pot sizes. In the nursery business, pots are sized according (loosely) to their volume in gallons. A #5 pot, therefore, holds rough…

Fresh Christmas trees require a little more care than fake ones, but their beauty and lowered environmental impact are worth it! Choosing the Best Spot Just as with cut flowers in a vase, the trick to…

Light Most fern varieties naturally grow on the floor of thick, forested areas so they prefer a bright but indirect light. Given the delicate nature of their leaves, they can easily burn if put in…

Tree & Shrub Planting Guide Call before you dig! Dial 811 1. Measure the depth of the root ball. Your planting hole should be approximately one inch less in depth than the root ball itself…

Tillandsia species are wonderful indoor houseplants that add a fun and exciting flare to your décor. What are tillandsias? Tillandsias, commonly known as air plants, are part of the bromelia…