Gardens & Landscapes

Don’t miss the Spring Plant Sale at The Gardens on Spring Creek on May 17 & 18! Discover top picks like sedums, agastache, kangaroo paw, Sungold tomatoes, and more. Free admission with ticketed entry. More information is at northfortynews.com. […]

Spring Into Planting: What Veggies to Grow Right Now in Colorado

By Bryan Fischer, Curator of Plant Collections, The Gardens on Spring Creek

Spring is stirring in Northern Colorado, and if you’re itching to get your hands dirty, you’re not alone. While it’s still too cold to plant summer favorites like tomatoes and basil, now is the perfect time to direct-sow or transplant cool-season vegetables and hardy herbs. Think peas, radishes, carrots, beets, cabbage, broccoli, onions, kale, and even parsley and thyme—these crops thrive in the chill and can be planted today.

Not only are these veggies cold-hardy, but some, like radishes, grow so fast they’ll be ready to harvest in just over a month—perfect for beginners or eager young gardeners.

💡 Pro tip: Warm-season veggies need to wait until at least mid-May or until soil temps reach 50°F. And don’t forget to protect those new seedlings with a frost blanket when cold snaps hit!

🌱 Whether you’re sowing seeds or transplanting starts, this is your moment to kick off a delicious and satisfying growing season.

📍Read the full article at NorthFortyNews.com for detailed tips on hardening off, soil prep, and seed-starting success. […]

After a long winter, your garden needs some TLC (don’t we all?). And while people are complicated and need different things, plants have pretty much universal (and simple) demands. When it comes to fixing up […]

Growing Potatoes: Tips for a Successful Season
By Mary Miller, The Gardens on Spring Creek

Potatoes are the bookends of the garden season—planted in the spring and harvested in the late summer or fall. Native to the Andes and cultivated for centuries, these colorful, nutritious tubers have long connected gardeners across the globe. While the myth of their arrival in Ireland adds charm to their history, it’s the growing process that truly roots us in tradition.

To get started, plant certified seed potatoes once soil temperatures reach a steady 45°F. Cut them into pieces no smaller than a golf ball with at least two eyes, then allow them to cure before planting. Deep, loose, well-drained soil and full sun are key to success. And don’t forget the art of “hilling” as they grow!

With consistent watering—especially during flowering—and proper curing after harvest, you’ll be digging up delicious spuds in no time. From baby reds to purple beauties, each potato tells a story of heritage and homegrown reward.

Read the full guide at northfortynews.com for step-by-step potato-growing tips straight from the experts at The Gardens on Spring Creek. […]

When was the last time you repotted your houseplants? If it’s been a while, take a look at them and see what they’re trying to tell you. […]

Around this time of year, I start side-eyeing the tool shed looking for something to keep my hands busy. I’ve enjoyed a bit of rest after the urgency of the growing season, and my houseplants are tired of being fussed over. […]

As days lengthen and temperatures rise, early spring is the time to rejuvenate your garden after the long winter months. Spring gardening cleanup is essential for setting your garden up for success. […]

Voles can harm gardens by nesting in dense vegetation. Gardeners can manage them by monitoring habitats, encouraging natural predators, and using protective barriers while maintaining ecological balance. […]

By Bryan Fischer– Curator of Plant Collections at The Gardens on Spring Creek Annuals seem to be used less and less in residential gardens in the region. This might be due to their reputation as […]

by Fort Collins Nursery There is a uniquely special feeling you get while strolling through your garden, watching pollinators and birds, all while picking a treat for yourself! Edible plants are not limited to the […]