Garden & Landscape Design
Gardens, landscapes, and outdoor spaces that thrive
CSU Extension provides guidance to help you plan and create outdoor spaces that thrive in Colorado’s varied climates and environments.
Explore design ideas, planning tools, and resource-efficient landscaping techniques. From information about turf and grass selection to heat-tolerant plants, xeriscaping, pollinator-friendly landscapes, seasonal lawn and garden care tips, and more.
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Gardening Basics
Container Gardens
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Creating Pollinator Habitat
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Firewise Plant Materials
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Buffalograss Lawns
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Xeriscaping: Ground Cover Plants
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Landscaping for Energy Conservation
Landscape for Life™
Learn how to design and maintain beautiful, sustainable landscapes using nature-friendly practices. Based on principles of sustainable landscaping, this online series of courses teaches you how to work with your local climate, soil, and plants to create outdoor spaces that thrive.