Watering a Home Landscape During Drought – 7.240
Print this fact sheet by J.Klett and D. Buelow* (4/13) Quick Facts… Follow all water rules and regulations of your local water provider. Use only the water that is needed. Water between 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. Design landscapes with water-wise plants. Utilize mulch to reduce soil surface water evaporation. New planted trees require priority […]
Take a TourSustainable Landscaping – 7.243
Print this fact sheet by J.E. Klett and A. Cummins* (10/11) Quick Facts… When designing a sustainable landscape, long-term success is accomplished through a series of short-term goals. A functional and attractive design will be unique to a specific site and should be based on a careful review process. Identify what inputs are currently excessive. […]
Take a TourEliminate Grass Clipping Collection – 7.007
Print this fact sheet by C.R. Wilson and T. Koski* (3/14) Quick Facts… One thousand square feet of bluegrass lawn generates about 200 pounds of clippings annually; 75 percent or 150 pounds of this is water. Leave clippings on the lawn for healthier grass. Clippings break down quickly and encourage beneficial microorganisms and earthworms. Nutrients […]
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Evergreen Trees – 7.403
Print this fact sheet by J.E. Klett and Lisa Mason* (10/20) Quick Facts… Most evergreens prefer full sun; some will tolerate partial shade. When selecting evergreens, consider available space, soil and site conditions, and weather factors. Evergreens have different soil moisture preferences. Group drought-tolerant types separately from those that require more moisture. All evergreens benefit […]
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Peppers and Eggplant – 7.616
Print this fact sheet by J.E. Ells* (11/20)Revised by J. Murgel** Quick Facts… Peppers and eggplant are members of the Solanaceae family and have similar growing requirements. Both peppers and eggplant are best transplanted to perform acceptably in Colorado. Neither plant is tolerant of early- or late-season frost. Peppers and eggplants should be monitored for […]
Take a TourNonchemical Disease Control – 2.903
Print this fact sheet by S. Newman and L.P. Pottorff * (5/13) Quick Facts… Many disease problems can be prevented or controlled without pesticides. Always choose plants that are adapted to Colorado growing conditions. Avoid bringing diseases into the garden or moving them around within your garden. Eliminate the disease-causing organism after it has become […]
Take a TourFall and Winter Watering – 7.211
Print this fact sheet by J.E. Klett and R. Cox* (3/13) Quick Facts… Water trees, shrubs, lawns, and perennials during prolonged dry fall and winter periods to prevent root damage that affects the health of the entire plant. Water only when air and soil temperatures are above 40 degrees F with no snow cover. Established […]
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Personnel Notes – April 2015
Print Personnel Notes April 2015 Sympathy to . . . The family of Don Kaufmann, Extension retiree, who passed away on March 14. Don was the Larimer County Director, a District Director and held a number of Extension administrative positions. He was currently serving as Executive Secretary of Epsilon Sigma Phi and Treasurer of the […]
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Print Personnel Notes June 2015 Sympathy to . . . The family of Diana Laughlin, wife of Jeff Wood, Computer Applications Training Coordinator, passed away on May 28 after a long battle with early onset dementia. A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, June 4, at the Center for Inner Peace, 740 […]
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Extension Updates – March 6, 2015
To assure that all of you are kept up to date on a regular basis, the three regional directors and the state Extension Administration Office provides bi-weekly Extension Updates. This forum is for all Extension announcements, so if you have something to distribute, please forward it to Lori Bates with FOR EXTENSION UPDATE noted. March […]
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