{"id":1103,"date":"2026-03-11T22:28:51","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T22:28:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/?post_type=offering-cpt&#038;p=1103"},"modified":"2026-05-01T18:39:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T18:39:36","slug":"horticulture-services","status":"publish","type":"offering-cpt","link":"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/offering\/horticulture-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Horticulture Services"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group c-breadcrumbs alignfull is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-55ae9cea wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Horticulture services<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Need help with your landscape, yard, or garden? Jefferson County Extension can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Colorado Master Gardener Help Desk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a question about backyard gardening, trees, pest management, or general horticulture? The <strong><a href=\"mailto:mastergardener@jeffco.us\">Jefferson County Master Gardener Help Desk<\/a><\/strong> is here to help. Our trained volunteers can assist with troubleshooting plant problems, identifying pests, and providing research\u2011based guidance for your home landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a aria-label=\"This button activates the email: mastergardener@jeffco.us\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:mastergardener@jeffco.us\">Contact a Master Gardener<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also call <strong><a href=\"tel:+3032716632\">(303) 271\u20116632<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"Two people work together on a container garden\" class=\"wp-image-312 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg?resize=300,225 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg?resize=768,576 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg?resize=1024,768 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg?resize=1536,1152 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg?resize=1400,1050 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg?resize=600,450 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Hort-Tile-2-scaled-1.jpg?resize=1568,1176 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1254\" height=\"837\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-lawn-26.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"Close-up view of green grass blades in a sunlit lawn with a softly blurred garden background.\" class=\"wp-image-616 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-lawn-26.jpg 1254w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-lawn-26.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-lawn-26.jpg?resize=768,513 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-lawn-26.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-lawn-26.jpg?resize=600,400 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plant Diagnostic Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re dealing with a plant problem that\u2019s proving difficult to diagnose, our <strong><a href=\"mailto:plantdiagnostics@jeffco.us\">Plant Diagnostic Help Desk<\/a><\/strong> can help. We assist with identifying diseases, pests, abiotic issues, and other plant health concerns using research\u2011based diagnostic practices \u2013 all at no cost. Please email clear photos of your plant or landscape issue. In many cases, good images provide enough detail for our team to offer accurate, research\u2011based guidance. If the problem requires a closer look, you can also bring a physical sample to our office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a aria-label=\"This button activates the email: mastergardener@jeffco.us\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:plantdiagnostics@jeffco.us\">Contact Help Desk<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also reach the help desk at <strong><a href=\"tel:+3032716627\">(303) 271\u20116627<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Site Visits and Lawn Checks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our site visit service offers personalized, on\u2011site support for a wide range of landscape questions. Whether you\u2019re planning a xeriscape conversion, troubleshooting problem areas, evaluating plant health, or addressing irrigation challenges, a site visit provides tailored guidance specific to your property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of our site visit program, we also offer CSU Lawn Check, a turf and grass focused assessment. Lawn Check examines turf health, soil conditions, irrigation, and other factors that contribute to common lawn problems along the Front Range.<br>Both site visits and lawn checks cost $75 for a one hour visit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a aria-label=\"This button takes you to Learn more about the CSU Extension Lawncheck program.\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/contact-us\/\">Contact us to Schedule<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Select &#8220;Site Visit and Lawn Check&#8221; on the contact form.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1093\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-front-lawn-26.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"Aerial view of a person mowing a backyard lawn with a red electric mower, surrounded by garden beds, a stone patio, and outdoor furniture.\" class=\"wp-image-622 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-front-lawn-26.jpg 1093w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-front-lawn-26.jpg?resize=300,206 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-front-lawn-26.jpg?resize=768,527 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-front-lawn-26.jpg?resize=1024,703 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2026\/02\/gl-front-lawn-26.jpg?resize=600,412 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1093px) 100vw, 1093px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Echters-Me-Steve-Cheryl-K-W-Jennifer-H-2023.jpg?w=640\" alt=\"Four people stand together at a booth at an outdoor event\" class=\"wp-image-314 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Echters-Me-Steve-Cheryl-K-W-Jennifer-H-2023.jpg 640w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Echters-Me-Steve-Cheryl-K-W-Jennifer-H-2023.jpg?resize=300,225 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Echters-Me-Steve-Cheryl-K-W-Jennifer-H-2023.jpg?resize=600,450 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Educational Workshops and Info Tables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bring gardening expertise to your next event. Our Horticulture Specialist and trained Master Gardeners can host interactive information booths or facilitate gardening talks and workshops tailored to your audience. Topics can range from backyard gardening basics to more advanced horticulture concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a aria-label=\"This button takes you to Learn more about the CSU Extension Lawncheck program.\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/contact-us\/\">Contact us to Schedule<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Select &#8220;Horticulture Info Tables or Educational Programming&#8221; on the contact form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Soil testing Info<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Soil testing services are provided by the <strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/agsci.colostate.edu\/soiltestinglab\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CSU Soil Testing Lab<\/a><\/strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0Jefferson County no longer provides testing kits. Please place your soil in a plastic or waterproof paper bag. Once you have filled out and printed your submittal form, include it with your sample and mail or deliver to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CSU Spur Soil, Water and Plant Testing Lab<br>Room T-316<br>4780 National Western Drive<br>Denver, CO 80216<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/agsci.colostate.edu\/soiltestinglab\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get More Info<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2200\" height=\"1467\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"A person's hand holding brown soil\" class=\"wp-image-332 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg 2200w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=2048,1366 2048w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=2000,1334 2000w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=1400,934 1400w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=600,400 600w, https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/jefferson\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/12\/Soil.jpg?resize=1568,1046 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2200px) 100vw, 2200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bad271cb4c38858a228c0403bf4c4844\" style=\"min-height:389px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-3075 size-full\" alt=\"decorative\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/20127_03258_DL.jpg\" style=\"object-position:46% 41%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"46% 41%\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-black-background-color has-background-dim-40 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6e43e918479e49c71cf23cff7baeb094 is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-455bfb78 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<p class=\"is-style-default has-heading-3-font-size\"><span class=\"is-style-highlight-heading\">Ask Extension Colorado<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Real answers from real Extension experts.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-medium-font-size\">Do you have a specific question about gardening, pests, landscaping, food safety, or another topic? 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