Boulder hardscaping has dual purposes. Boulders can be used for erosion control, and for retaining walls. They can be used for aesthetic appeal via rock gardens. There is nothing more beautiful then a rock garden in your yard planting along side flowering plants. Popular boulder types in our area are moss rock, granite and gold [...]
Adding a patio in your home enhances the overall beauty of your residence. This project isn’t technically difficult, but be prepared to devote a big chunk of time and energy to it, should you decide to do it yourself. You’d haul many tons of dirt, gravel, stone and brick before you’re done. With a small [...]
Flagstone is sedimentary rock. Sedimentary rock is the type of rock that is formed by sedimentation of material at the Earth’s surface and within bodies of water. Sedimentation is the collective name for processes that cause mineral and/or organic particles to settle and accumulate or minerals to precipitate from a solution…. that is cut or [...]
Spring brings all types of weather conditions to your landscape.With possible heavy spring rains possible ….proper seeding and erosion control methods are essential to minimize damage.Installing erosion blankets are cost effective in establishing new seeding germination.They also retain a lot of the moisture needed for more effective germination of seeds. Did you know snow is [...]
Natural hardscaping is a great way to bring the beauty of “mother nature” to your home.Using large granite or mossrock boulders provides a mass appeal of size and beauty which also provides a natural setting for new shrubs and planting beds. Also kids love to climb and play on the boulders. Combining large boulders with [...]
Retaining walls are an important aspect of landscape design.They are necessary for erosion control and as an asthetic appeal as well with its terracing style.Rock retaining walls can be composed of granite rock or mossrock veneer stone.Granite boulders are also used as a wall material.RR tie and 6×6 treated timber walls are also popular materials [...]
Installing a water feature creates a pleasing and soothing aspect to your home.It provides a “noise buffer” from unwanted noises such as highways/roads …barking dogs yet running water always provides a soothing natural setting which is always enjoyable year around . Did you know your water feature will attract birds and all sorts of critters [...]
Spring snows are always a welcome sight, to “mother nature” and her spring colors. The snow provides needed moisture so our meadows and grasses will be greener and mountain wildflowers will be beautiful with glorious colors everywhere we look. Colorado is the nations favored skiing and snowboarding destination. In forested mountain ecosystems, seasonal snow fall [...]
The diverse weather conditions in Colorado are challenging to landscape design…………Elevation grades influence both speed/direction and volume of possible erosion issues.Beautiful landscapes can be done in Colorado to spite the weather. Good landscaping can control run off and erosion and also look pleasing to the eye. Terrain terracing w/boulders and the installation of retaining walls [...]
Landscape plantings can be challenging in the Colorado elements.Diverse climates and site elevations create many options with your landscape project and its design.Elk/Deer seem to be the main enemy of new outside plantings in the mountain areas.Colorado Nature Design buys all of its plant material from ther largest nurseries in the state which guarantees large [...]
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Colorado Nature Design
Owner: Kenny Smith Phone: 303-670-8252 
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