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Retaining Walls, Paver Patios & Pathways – Adds Texture and a Place to Relax During a Denver Rain

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on August 3rd, 2011

Paver patios are a great addition to any landscape & garden area in Denver. An existing stoop or concrete patio can be matched to be the same level and expand your entertainment areas. Paver patios can be made of recycled materials reclaimed from demolition of old buildings & landscapes. Newly manufactured pavers are easier to install . . . → Read More: Retaining Walls, Paver Patios & Pathways – Adds Texture and a Place to Relax During a Denver Rain

Gardens Need Trimmed Back In Denver – Heavy Rains Bring Lush Growth Across Denver

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on July 15th, 2011

The massive amount of rain we have seen continuously over the past few weeks have really soaked and cooled off Denver. While checking the weather I have seen 20 degree differences between Golden and Denver from these strong strorms. This weather is giving plants in your garden a great chance to thrive, along with plenty of . . . → Read More: Gardens Need Trimmed Back In Denver – Heavy Rains Bring Lush Growth Across Denver

Colorado Noxious Weeds – Weed Management Keeps Colorado And Your Garden Beautiful!

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on July 11th, 2011

As a general rule, a “weed” is anything undesirable in your lawn, garden or native areas. Even plants bought & installed in your garden can become a weed. Mint and bamboo are great examples of ornamental & usable plants which are invasive and hard to control. The Colorado Department of Agriculture has determined weeds which are harmful to . . . → Read More: Colorado Noxious Weeds – Weed Management Keeps Colorado And Your Garden Beautiful!

North Denver Gets Hammered By Storm – Good chance for Severe Weather throughout Denver

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on July 8th, 2011

Lakewood Gets Heavy Rainstorm

Many weather systems have been skirting the Denver metro area. Last night, from Westminster & Arvada to Highlands Ranch & Littleton , the front range received approximately half the rain expected for the whole month of July in just a couple hours. Flash flood watches hae been in effect since these . . . → Read More: North Denver Gets Hammered By Storm – Good chance for Severe Weather throughout Denver

Hot Days Ahead in Denver- Sprinkler Repair & adjustment important to maintaining a healthy lawn.

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on June 24th, 2011

User friendly irrigation controller

With the first days reaching into the 90′s across Denver, it is time to adjust the sprinkler controller for your lawn irrigation system. This is done by adjusting your sprinkler controller to give more time on each lawn sprinkler zone. Adjusting a controller is specific to the brand and model. . . . → Read More: Hot Days Ahead in Denver- Sprinkler Repair & adjustment important to maintaining a healthy lawn.

Garden Cleanups- Lack of snow seems to start spring early.

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on March 8th, 2011

Garden all cleaned up & ready for the season.

With no snow to speak of for four weeks it seems like Denver has already been experiencing spring. Leaves have been blowing and redispersing in yards. Plants have died back over winter and have lush fresh, basal growth. This dead plant material needs to . . . → Read More: Garden Cleanups- Lack of snow seems to start spring early.

Possible Snow Storm to Hit Denver – Get your snow and ice managed by a snow & ice professional.

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on January 19th, 2011

Snow is expected once again in the Denver area. With accumulations being forecasted from1-3 inches in north Denver down to Littleton areas and 3-6 inches in Highlands Ranch, Lonetree and south of the palmer divide. The weather warms back up in the next couple days, but the temperature still drops down low enough to create ice. . . . → Read More: Possible Snow Storm to Hit Denver – Get your snow and ice managed by a snow & ice professional.

Commercial Landscape Management- Get a landscape maintenance contract today

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on January 17th, 2011

Contract pruning & shaping of bushes outside a commercial office building in Lakewood.

Commercial landscape management has been an integral part of A Better Garden since the company was established in 2006. This includes all aspects of managing & maintaining a landscape such as irrigation services, turf maintenance, weed control, pruning, annual flower installation & maintenance . . . → Read More: Commercial Landscape Management- Get a landscape maintenance contract today

Denver Snow Removal – Get reliable and thorough snow removal services in the Denver metro area.

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on January 13th, 2011

Snow removal is important in the Denver area. Melting snow causes ice in parking lots, sidewalks and entrances to apartment buildings & businesses. Timely service is required to prevent snow pack and ice. Ice removal materials are sometimes needed to provide a safer environment, allowing traction for both parking lots and walkways. Whatever your property needs . . . → Read More: Denver Snow Removal – Get reliable and thorough snow removal services in the Denver metro area.

City of Denver Snow Removal Regulations – Business have 4 hours & homeowners have 24 hours to remove snow from sidewalks.

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on January 10th, 2011

Safety is the major concern when it comes to snow removal. Not removing snow from heavily walked sidewalks & parking lots will make a more dangerous environment as packed snow turns to ice. Plowing snow in parking lots and shoveling snow off sidewalks alleviates issues with ice. Snow should be plowed or shoveled to an area . . . → Read More: City of Denver Snow Removal Regulations – Business have 4 hours & homeowners have 24 hours to remove snow from sidewalks.

Arctic Chill Leaves Plenty of Ice Around Denver – Prompt and Correct Snow Removal Mitigates Ice Dangers.

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on January 6th, 2011

All around Denver are piles of snow or layers of ice from the recent arctic storm which hit Denver around New Years. Where snow has been properly plowed or shovel there is little to no ice. Un-shoveled and unplowed areas are suffering snow compaction, caused from tires and foot traffic, creating ice from the snow. . . . → Read More: Arctic Chill Leaves Plenty of Ice Around Denver – Prompt and Correct Snow Removal Mitigates Ice Dangers.

Denver to End 2010 With Snow- Five to Ten Inches of Snow and Extreme Cold Temperatures Expected in Denver

By Jonathan Manning, CLT - B.S. Horticulture, Colorado State University, on December 29th, 2010

According to all major Denver weather sources, multiple storm fronts will be converging over the Denver metro area tomorrow. This will bring moisture from the pacific and cold air from the arctic into Denver for a snow accumulation of between five and ten inches. This is a most needed supply of moisture with the . . . → Read More: Denver to End 2010 With Snow- Five to Ten Inches of Snow and Extreme Cold Temperatures Expected in Denver

Landscape Enhancement Projects – Plan now to have your landscape enhanced to fit your lifestyle.