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Handpicked: Pros' iris choices transcend garden-variety flora Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:05:00 -0000
Irises are named for the Greek goddess of the rainbow, and no variety exemplifies that color spectrum like this enchanting flower.

Family room moves outside Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:38:00 -0000
Cheesman Park garden of Steve and Anne Heinz; garden winner of the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado Excellence in Landscape Award

Planter Box Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:53:00 -0000
Bits of information and wisdom for your garden

Timing is everything for taming bushes Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:44:00 -0000
If those overgrown shrubs in the yard have you humming snatches of Wild Thing, but the horrors of bad haircuts make you hesitant to prune, slow down, plan your approach and wait for the right moment to make your move.

Don't forget simplest plants Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:54:00 -0000
Flowering plants first appeared only 130 million years ago, which is modern history in evolutionary terms.

Well-maintained lawn stays healthy all summer Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:53:00 -0000
What can I do now to make sure I have a healthy lawn this summer?

Dig calendar, April 4 Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:48:00 -0000
This week's gardening events

A tasteful renovation Fri, 04 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Renovating a historic home and launching a small business both require a certain spirit of adventure.

Prefer petite in salads? Check out these babies Fri, 04 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
This year, your commitment to eating local comes right into the backyard. Your small garden is turned and tilled; summer stretches before you filled with tender leaves, crisp roots and succulent fruit.

A spring break on kid stuff Fri, 04 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
They're cute. They're cuddly. And they're expensive. Raising kids, who can outgrow their clothes before they even put them on, can require lots of shopping trips and hard-earned dollars. But relax - a number of stores and organizations offer spring sales that allow moms and pops to be good to their pocketbooks and to the Earth.

Old wood, new looks Fri, 04 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Some aficionados chuckle at the notion of calling recycled wood an emerging trend, but reusing old wood in new ways is enjoying a renewed vogue among homeowners.

No headline - 2008-04-04 14:53:13.907399 Fri, 04 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Featured speaker will discuss growing shrub and climbing roses, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 12, Denver Botanic Gardens, Gates Hall and Garden Court, 1005 York St., 720-865-3544

Decor just waiting for a good 'tweak' Fri, 04 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
What do you mean when you refer to tweaking the furnishings in your house?

Take small steps toward going green Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:11:00 -0000
Take small steps toward going green

Love in blooms Fri, 11 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
When experts reveal favorite plants, gardeners listen.

Garden of the week: Courtyard garden at Lowry Steam Plant loft Fri, 11 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Ground-level loft at Lowry Steam Plant incorporates lavishly landscaped outdoor courtyard areas that mesh with the industrial-chic theme.

Planter Box: Gardening tips, products and words of wisdom Fri, 11 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
What's in bloom: With the beauty to rival roses, Persian buttercups thrive only in the cool of the early season.

Garden Q & A: Pruning tied to type of clematis Fri, 11 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Question: When can I prune my clematis?

A storied past Fri, 11 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Jan Metzler heard a quiet comment in 2002 as she gardened at her Washington Park bungalow. It came from her elderly neighbor and friend Will George Neahr. "I've left you a little something, and you'll know what to do with it."

Don't simply organize - beautify Fri, 11 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Getting your house organized is like a glorious piece of fiction: wonderful to dream about but hard to imagine. But it IS possible.

An Asian garden needn't be in Asia Fri, 11 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
The quiet peace of Buddhism has inspired many to seek a more contemplative life, and there's no better way to find this deep sense of harmony than in the garden.

Divine Design: Basement a sanctuary after a stressful few years Fri, 11 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Sarah-Grace watched her mother give tirelessly to others for years and decided it was time to give something back to her: a cozy family room.

The Sales Rack: Craft suppliers craft great deals Fri, 11 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Feeling crafty? The break-out-the- sewing-machine, spruce-up-the- drab-room, use-your-hands kind of crafty? If so, this is your weekend for on-sale supplies.

Simon Dumont goes Huge Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:54:42 +0000
Maine freeskier Simon Dumont set a world record this morning at his home hill, Sunday River. The bird-like Dumont - who wows everyone with his first monster hit in the Superpipe - soared to 34 feet above a custom-built quarterpipe, besting the 33-foot record set last year by Norwegian snowboarder Terje Håkonsen. Dumont tried for [...]

BYOB: Bring your own bag Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Around the world, consumers are responding to the call from environmentalists to reduce or ban the use of plastic shopping bags.

Roses by many names Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
From all walks of life they're coming, traveling thousands of miles, cocooned in special containers and riding on hopes that this is the year they'll win. They're hydrated, waxed, primped up and smelling good for the convention that draws them to Denver.

Green the hot hue Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Trevor Webb is part of a green movement in home decor that promotes recycled materials, soy cushions, vegetable-based stains and environmentally sound fabric and foam.

A free straw hat with those shoes? Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Accessories retailer Brighton is boasting a bargain for the beach-bound this spring, and you don't have to say that three times to reap the reward.

Give your abode a bathing beauty Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Would you like to transform your bathroom into a private sanctuary where you're refreshed and revived? Here are a few tips to get you started.

Home & Garden Calendar, April 19 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
A listing of upcoming home and garden events

Beware of frost til mid-May Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
The woman at the nursery told me to harden off the tomato plants I just bought. What does that mean?

Garden of the week: Feng shui accents xeriscape Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Landscaped suburban Lafayette yard of Victoria Finch, the garden category winner of the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado Excellence in Landscape Award

Send 'hell strip' photos Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Do you have a "hell strip" . . . (the area between the sidewalk and the road) that you're proud of? Send us a photo and a short paragraph on how you made it look lovely. Nominate your self or a friend for "Garden of the Week."

Garden calendar, April 18 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
' Water-wise perennials and Plant Select plants - Learn the best to plant in our area, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, $20, CSU Denver Extension office, 888 E. Iliff Ave., 720-913-5273

Dig: Garden briefs, April 18 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Plant behavior; horticultural oil; Turkestan tulip; and weekly garden chores.

Some like it hot Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
The term "hell strip" celebrates the planting of drought-tolerant plants that thrive in the area between the sidewalk and the street.

Small steps nurture eco-friendly garden Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:56:00 -0000
For the most part, creating an eco-friendly garden involves returning to the Earth as much as or more than what you've been taking out of it. And it can be done on the cheap.

Historic Boulder tour offers view of architects' houses Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:28:00 -0000
Say the words "Historic Boulder house tour," and images of palatial Victorians with grand entrances, lofty ceilings and rich, dark wood spring to mind. Such images might ring true for the group's annual Christmas tour, but the spring tour, which begins Saturday, takes a more inclusive view of historical architecture.

Garden of the week: Congress Park rock garden Thu, 17 Apr 2008 21:53:00 -0000
Sally Boyson developed this stunning backyard rock garden with the help of Denver horticulturist and garden designer Gwen Kelaidis.

How to help your home stand out in a tough market Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Thinking of selling your house? Here's how to help it look its best

10 top shade-loving plants Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Here are plants that not only will thrive in afternoon or full shade, but will liven it up, and make you want to plunk down lounge chairs and be surrounded by them.

Garden Q & A: Vegetables can thrive in pots Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Question: I would like to grow vegetables but I don't have a yard. Are there vegetables that grow well in containers?

Organic seeds sow benefits Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0000
It's a wonder you can't detect a pulse from a seed, considering all the life within.

A clean house has clean air, too Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Indoor pollution causes its share of problems, exacerbating asthma among them. So, what can you do about it?

Garden center speaks for trees Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Mother Nature has taken a toll on Colorado trees, but this weekend Centennial's own Tagawa Gardens aims to take a stand.

Remodel delivers punch Fri, 25 Apr 2008 19:06:00 -0000
While renovating their bungalow, Kim and Rey were stumped by their main living space - a long, narrow, uninspiring living and dining room full of flamboyant colors.

Fill house with 'you' Thu, 24 Apr 2008 22:39:00 -0000
The most wonderfully decorated homes are those that reflect the owner's personality. Everywhere you turn, you discover clues about the inhabitants, what they love and their experiences.

Choose Flowers to suit her style this Mother's Day Fri, 02 May 2008 21:00:00 -0000
Perhaps she's sleek and sophisticated, loves contemporary design and classical music. Or she's bright and breezy, a girly-girl who loves to cook and grow her own herbs.

Sunny delights Fri, 02 May 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Most gardeners have a short list of sun-loving plants they wouldn't be without, stunning plants that don't require a lot of care. These beauties are like that friend of yours who loves to soak up the sun - you know, the one who never gets burns, while you cower in the cool shade. Following are 10 sun- lovers that stick around long after novelty plants fade away.

Vines take your gardening to new heights Fri, 02 May 2008 01:00:00 -0000
Looking to find privacy in the yard, but can't wait until those trees finally gain some height? For creating a sense of suburban seclusion or achieving Zen in the urban jungle, set your sights high and think vines.

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