It is just very difficult for new plants to compete with tree roots, especially in the shade. Add organic matter to the planting hole, mulch on top of the roots and keep that soil moist all summer.

Betty Ford Alpine Gardens are located east of Vail Village next to the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Ford Park. It's a short ...

Dwarf Mugo Pine One of my favorite plants for winter rock gardens is the Dwarf Mugo Pine (Pinus mugo).Native to the mountainous regions of Europe, this hardy evergreen thrives in rocky, well ...

A new book from the Colorado Nursery & Greenhouse Association, "Rocky Mountain Guide: Plants That Thrive" is a resource for ...