EDITORIAL GUIDES
Landscaping Articles
Practical introductions to landscape and lawn care topics.
A Month-by-Month Colorado Lawn Care Calendar
Use this practical Colorado lawn care calendar to plan mowing, watering, fertilizing, aeration, cleanup and winter preparation throughout the year.
Read article →How to Build a Lawn Watering Schedule for Colorado
Learn how to create and adjust a Colorado lawn watering schedule based on season, soil, weather, sprinkler output and signs from the grass.
Read article →Signs Your Sprinkler System May Need Repair
Learn how to recognize sprinkler leaks, low pressure, uneven coverage and other irrigation problems before they waste water or damage the landscape.
Read article →A Practical Spring Sprinkler Startup Checklist
Follow a careful spring sprinkler startup checklist to inspect components, restore water slowly, test every zone and set an appropriate early-season program.
Read article →Sod vs. Seed for Colorado Lawns: How to Choose
Compare sod and grass seed for a Colorado lawn, including establishment time, watering, site conditions, timing, maintenance and long-term expectations.
Read article →How to Prepare a Yard for New Sod
Learn how to prepare a yard for new sod, from evaluating the old lawn and drainage to clearing, grading, soil preparation and irrigation checks.
Read article →Signs of Yard Drainage Problems and What They Mean
Learn to recognize signs of yard drainage problems, including pooling water, soggy soil, erosion, struggling plants and moisture near hardscape.
Read article →How to Plan a Water-Wise Landscape in Colorado
Plan a water-wise Colorado landscape by evaluating the site, grouping plants by water needs, improving soil, using mulch and designing efficient irrigation.
Read article →How to Choose Low-Water Plants for Colorado Landscapes
Learn how to choose low-water plants for Colorado landscapes by matching climate, soil, exposure, mature size and establishment needs to each site.
Read article →A Practical Commercial Landscape Maintenance Checklist
Use this commercial landscape maintenance checklist to inspect turf, irrigation, planting beds, drainage, access areas and seasonal priorities.
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