Colorado Lawn Care Tips It’s been a quite winter and early spring across the Front Range of Colorado. Temperatures have been unseasonably warm, and precipitation has been minimal at best. And while the warmer temperatures have caused trees and shrubs to leaf out sooner than expected, lawns are struggling to green up without a much-needed…
Read MoreCourtesy of the Colorado State Forest Service BROOMFIELD, Colo. – April 17, 2018 – Many Coloradans plant trees in the spring because it’s the best time of year to get new trees established, and communities around the state will be hosting plantings this week to recognize Colorado’s Arbor Day – which this year falls on…
Read MoreIn North America, trees are the largest and most plentiful living organisms – revered and admired by generations. In the state of Colorado for instance, a group of school children were so enamored by the blue spruce, that they unanimously voted it the state tree back on Arbor Day 1892 – though it wasn’t until…
Read MoreLawn mites can cause real damage to lawn and create a nightmare for you in spring when you realize your lawn isn’t turning green, because it’s dead. The dry Colorado fall has created the perfect environment for these little sucker to thrive by literally sucking the life out of your lawn. There are cost-effective measures you can take to protect your lawn.
Read MoreThe winter snow is on its way. And although we may not have put our summer clothing away just yet, it’s a good idea to get out and prepare your trees for the cold winter months ahead. Here are a few winter tree tips to help keep them healthy and strong throughout the season. Winter…
Read MoreThe popularity of Christmas lighting throughout homes and businesses during the month of December is undeniable. In fact, satellite imagery from NASA recently reported that certain cities shine between 20 to 30 percent brighter during the holiday season(1) – and the Front Range of Colorado is no exception. With many families often driving around aimlessly…
Read MoreEvery holiday season, Swingle Lawn, Tree & Landscape Care dedicates their time and talents to donate Christmas lighting to charitable organizations throughout the Front Range with holiday lights. Our inspiring designs (which are featured at Denver Botanic Gardens, Hudson Gardens and the Towns of Parker, Fort Collins and Castle Rock to name a few) are…
Read MoreFamed comedian Johnny Carson once said, “Thanksgiving is an emotional holiday. People travel thousands of miles to be with people they only see once a year. And then discover once a year is way too often.” Just kidding! With all seriousness, spending time with family and friends during the holidays is truly an invaluable blessing. But after…
Read MoreWhy Tree Removal is Important Last weekend, the front range of Colorado experienced gusty winds of 20-30 MPH. And while that might not sound strong enough to cause any real damage to residential and commercial properties, it can spell trouble if you have dead trees which have yet to be safely removed. One customer has…
Read MoreAs trees transition to dormancy, many have already surrendered their colorful fall leaves back to the earth. Leaf blowers can be heard throughout neighborhoods and commercial properties and homeowners are getting a little more exercise compliments of their trusty hand rake. This year, instead of cleaning up all of nature’s confetti and sending it off…
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