Jun 15, 2020 | Blog, Green / Sustainability Ideas, Home & Lifestyle
It happens every year: The beautiful gardens of May and June—aided by new plantings and moderate spring weather—give way to weeds and bugs as July heats up. While many turn to chemicals to solve the problem, this quick fix leads to lingering environmental problems....
May 18, 2020 | Blog, Green / Sustainability Ideas, Home & Lifestyle
As the pandemic toys with our sense of security, there’s one way to feel more assured: grow your own food. Indeed, it’s a trend that has gained momentum in the wake of the virus. According to a recent New York Times article, headlined “Turn Your Home into Your Main...
May 6, 2020 | Blog, Green / Sustainability Ideas, Home & Lifestyle
Even in ordinary times—let alone during pandemic—the stresses of daily life can be exhausting, with challenges coming from every direction. No wonder so many people yearn to make their homes a refuge as well as a shelter. The good news is that just a few simple...
Apr 15, 2020 | Blog, Green / Sustainability Ideas, Home & Lifestyle
Most Colorado gardeners know to wait until May to start planting. But here’s something they may not know: It’s best to divide the month into three distinct planting times. That’s the advice of Nick’s Garden Center & Farm Market, which suggests gardeners plan to...
Mar 5, 2020 | Blog, Green / Sustainability Ideas, Home & Lifestyle
As spring arrives and yards begin to green, it’s time to take stock of the trees in our landscapes. After all, they provide untold benefits, from their sheer beauty to the energy-saving shade they produce. According to American Arbor Care, a tree service, two local...
Apr 16, 2018 | Blog, Green / Sustainability Ideas
You’re out getting drinks with a friend when it starts to rain. Meanwhile, at home your sprinklers are set to turn on, despite the downpour. Should you: a) race home to turn them off and avoid wasting water and money; or b) forget about it and order another...
