Gardens and Landscapes
Explore the beauty and bounty of Northern Colorado’s gardens and landscapes. North Forty News provides expert tips, seasonal advice, and local inspiration for a range of topics, including backyard gardens, native plantings, sustainable landscaping, and water-wise design. Learn from horticulture experts, discover community gardening projects, and get ideas to help your outdoor spaces thrive in Colorado’s unique climate.
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Plants That Help Keep Mosquitoes Away
Learn about plants that help keep mosquitoes away from your patio. Use nature to enjoy your summer evenings without pests.
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Peppers With Personality: Understanding Heat in the Garden
Northern Colorado gardeners can grow everything from sweet bells to fiery ghost peppers with the right summer conditions.
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Colorado State University Names Nine Top Perennials
CSU names nine top-performing perennials proven to thrive in Northern Colorado’s tough growing conditions.
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Northern Colorado Gardens That Keep Pollinators Buzzing
Pollinator-friendly plants can transform Northern Colorado gardens into vibrant habitats for bees and butterflies.
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Groundcovers That Work for Northern Colorado Gardens
Groundcovers offer Northern Colorado gardeners a smart way to reduce weeds, save water, and add year-round appeal.
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Color Shapes Every Garden Space
Color theory can transform your garden—learn how to design with harmony, contrast, and seasonal change.
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Invasive Worm Alert Highlights Growing Environmental Concern
Invasive jumping worms found in Colorado pose risks to soil health. Officials urge prevention and public awareness.
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Colorado’s Forgotten Flower Boom: The Rise of Carnations
Before peaches and melons, carnations made Colorado a floral powerhouse with a legacy still felt today.
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Timing Your Vegetable Garden for Northern Colorado Success
Planting at the right time can make or break your garden. Here’s how to grow strong crops all season in…
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Spring’s First Signals Arrive on the Front Range
Early wildflowers across Northern Colorado signal spring’s slow return, one bloom at a time.