Winter Gardening in Colorado
There are many gardening blogs that are posted about Colorado gardening and the different things you can do for the winter season. So we thought we would add our own gardening blog to help out those who want to know more about winter gardening.
Gardening in Colorado is winding down for the year. November is one of those months during the year when you are required to be particularly aware of the weather. In this post we will explore the best 5 things to know about Colorado Gardening before the winter hits hard.
The Best 5 Things To Know About Colorado Gardening
Winter watering
Watering during winter months helps keep plants healthy and strong, which allows them to grow better when spring arrives. If you have ever let your lawn go brown because it was too cold or wet outside, you know how important it is to keep up with watering during this time of year. The best time to water is early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler, and water won’t evaporate as quickly as during the hot summer days. A light misting once or twice a week will help keep them healthy and green all winter long.
Clean up
Winter has just started, and we still have time to do some important cleanup around our house and yard. Deadhead spent flowers and clean up any debris that might be lying around. This will make your yard look better and it will be easier on your lawnmower during spring mowing season.
Plant indoor bulbs for holiday shade
Put some extra holiday spirit into your home with Christmas cactus, poinsettias, paperwhites and other colorful blooms that make great gifts for friends and family! They’re easy to grow indoors over the holidays, and they are perfect for your Colorado gardening plans.
Plant perennials
Perennials are great because they come back year after year, which means less work for you! These plants tend to be more difficult to grow from seed than bulbs or annuals, so if you want them in your Colorado garden, now is the time to plant them.
Plant spring bulbs
Don’t wait for the heavy snow to start falling. November is still good for Colorado Gardening, and still has opportunities for us to plant spring bulb flowers like tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths. Bulbs are a great way to bring new life to an existing garden. They are also affordable and easy to plant. They can be planted in the fall, winter or early spring. Bulbs should be planted about 6-8 inches deep in a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter mixed in. Bulbs should be spaced from 6 inches apart for small bulbs and 12-18 inches apart for larger ones.
Get Help With Colorado Gardening Experts
There’s a lot you can do before winter sets in to be ready for the cold weather. Some preparation is easy and can be completed over the next few weeks, while others are more difficult or take more time but will be worth the effort when you get to enjoy your landscape again come spring. I hope you have found this article useful and informative. If you need help with your Colorado gardening projects this winter, it is always best to contact your local landscapers. ColoradoScapes is always ready for the winter season. Contact us at (720) 244-7834.