Tag: Landscaping
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Colorado landscape plants, trees, need winter watering during warm, dry weather
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Dry, sunny, warm and windy winter conditions have left many Colorado landscape plants short of moisture, and Colorado State University Extension specialists recommend supplemental watering to prevent root damage and promote healthier spring growth. Evergreens, newly planted trees and shrubs, grasses, and plants in exposed or south-facing sites face the highest risk from winter drought,…
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Colorado bans gas-powered lawn equipment. Here’s what you need to know.
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save What is the current ban? The state mandate that bans the use of gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipment took effect June 1 of this year. It applies to state-owned equipment of 25 horsepower or less, and to federal and local governments, including special districts, using…
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Polis to phase out gas-powered lawn equipment at Colorado facilities
A gas-powered push lawn mower emits as much pollution per hour as 11 cars
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Aurora’s Metco Landscape to lay off hundreds of workers
Aurora-based Metco Landscape is apparently going out of business, and on Monday filed a notice with the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office that it will lay off hundreds of workers in its Denver metro area and Colorado Springs offices. The California investment firm that owns the 35-year Denver area landscaping company said Tuesday it’s in…