by Melanie Greenthumb | Feb 15, 2026 | Outdoor Living & Design, Seasonal Garden Care
In Colorado Springs, outdoor living does not follow a single season. Bright summer afternoons, crisp fall evenings, heavy winter snow, and windy spring days all shape how a yard is used. Designing an outdoor space that performs well year-round requires thoughtful...
by Melanie Greenthumb | Feb 6, 2026 | Lawn Care & Maintenance, Seasonal Garden Care
Winter snow is a fact of life in Colorado Springs, but how you manage it can make a big difference for your landscape, hardscape, and drainage systems. Many homeowners reach for chemical deicers without realizing the long-term damage they can cause to soil, plants,...
by Melanie Greenthumb | Jan 30, 2026 | Outdoor Living & Design, Seasonal Garden Care
Winter in Colorado Springs often feels like a pause for outdoor projects, but it is actually one of the most valuable times to plan ahead. While snow settles in and landscapes rest, homeowners can step back and think intentionally about how they want their outdoor...
by Melanie Greenthumb | Jan 23, 2026 | Lawn Care & Maintenance, Seasonal Garden Care
Winter in Colorado Springs often looks calm on the surface, but what happens beneath the snow can quietly affect your landscape, hardscape, and foundation. As temperatures fluctuate, melting snow and refreezing ground create drainage challenges that many homeowners...
by Melanie Greenthumb | Jan 15, 2026 | Outdoor Living & Design, Seasonal Garden Care
Winter in Colorado Springs brings shorter days, longer nights, and a noticeable shift in how outdoor spaces are used. By late fall and into winter, many homeowners find themselves navigating dark walkways, icy steps, and shadowed entry points well before dinner time....
by Melanie Greenthumb | Jan 8, 2026 | Plant Care & Gardening Basics, Seasonal Garden Care
Winter weather in Colorado Springs can be tough on outdoor structures, and fences often take the brunt of it. Heavy snow, strong seasonal winds, and repeated freeze–thaw cycles all place stress on fence posts and panels. With a little seasonal attention, you can help...
