Colorado - Fine Gardening

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    Penstemons That Last: Long-Lived Species for a Reliable Garden Show

    Penstemons are among the most beloved and widely known Western wildflowers. With around 280 species of the plants recognized, most mesic and dry landscapes across the West are home to…

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    Great Native Perennials for Your Region

    In every corner of the United States, native perennials offer an unparalleled blend of beauty, resilience, and ecological harmony. In "Great Native Perennials for Your Region," we’ve partnered with regional…

  • flower garden with lots of bold colored flowers
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    The Birth of Bonnie’s Flower Garden, Part 1

    Hi GPODers! Last week we shared a wonderful section of Bonnie Phipps Moninger's garden in Boulder, Colorado (Zone 4/5)—if you missed that post, be sure to check it out here:…

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    The North Side of Bonnie’s Colorful Colorado Garden

    Happy Monday GPODers! You can learn a lot about a garden from one submission to Garden Photo of the Day, but I think the full picture really comes into view…

  • Design

    True Blue Flowers Native to the Mountain West

    Aside from the wide-open sky, true blue is a rare color in continental landscapes. The few places it does occur typically signal lakes and rivers, crucial sources of water (and…

  • Article

    Plants Providing Winter Forage for Seed-Eating Birds

    Of all the time I spend in my gardens, the moments I find most memorable and meaningful are when the garden is enjoyed by others. Though typically brief, the moments—like…

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    Giving Thanks to the GPOD Community

    Happy Thanksgiving GPODers (and happy belated Thanksgiving to all of our Canadian readers)! I've been a part of building and preparing Garden Photo of the Day to send to all…

  • Blue Shadow Fothergilla, Color Guard Yucca and Wedding Gown Bigleaf Hydrangea
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    The Best House Foundation Plants for Your Region

    When it comes to choosing foundation plants for your home, it’s important to pick species that not only enhance your landscape but also thrive in your specific climate. That’s why…

  • How-To

    4 Tips for Getting the Garden Through Drought Sustainably

    On a recent hike in the foothills just southeast of my house, I couldn’t help but notice crisped, curling leaves on big flower cinquefoil (Drymocallis fissa) and the drought-tolerant mountain…

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    Holly’s Denver Garden

    Hi GPODers! Today we're heading to the Rockies and checking out a sensational alpine garden. However, Holly Culp didn't always garden at high altitudes and a lot needed to learn…