Real, local advice from Jon and the CJ crew, plants that thrive at altitude, hardscape that survives our winters, and a lawn that stays green through the seasons.

The water-wise plants we use most, and how to design with them so xeriscape never means low-style.
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How each one really handles freeze-thaw, frost heave, and de-icing salt, on cracking, cost, repairs, and resale.
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The #1 thing that makes a Front Range landscape thrive — get the soil right.
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Real 2026 price ranges for design, patios, sod, and full builds — and what drives the number.
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Cut your water bill and still have a yard that looks incredible on the Front Range.
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Tough, beautiful plants that shrug off Front Range winters and hail.
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What they cost, which material to pick, and when your slope actually needs one.
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Designing for foothills slopes, views, and the unique conditions west of Denver.
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Exactly what to do each spring to wake up a Denver-area yard the right way.
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Water deep, water smart, and stay green within Denver Water's rules.
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Patio, fire-pit, and outdoor-living ideas built for northwest-metro backyards.
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The 7 questions that separate a pro from a problem — before you sign anything.
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Cost, water, and upkeep compared so you pick the right lawn for Colorado.
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