Plants Thriving and Surviving the Drought (May-mid July)

Plants Thriving and Surviving the Drought (May-mid July)

One of my favorite things about nature and plants is that every year is different. Some seasons start late, with big snowfalls after we have already decided we are ready to move on to spring and summer. Some plants go dormant for a few seasons, not liking the current...
Eagle County Water and Sustainability Updates 2026

Eagle County Water and Sustainability Updates 2026

With the continued evidence of climate change – increasing temperatures, drought conditions, and extreme storms and natural disasters like wildfires – it is imperative that we all make changes for the benefit of future generations. Sustainability has been a priority...
Mountain Roots is 15!!!

Mountain Roots is 15!!!

15 years ago Mountain Roots began as a school business plan project in my Horticulture program in Fort Collins.  Longing to return to the mountains, this vision began to turn into a reality.  Armed with a few shovels, hand tools, a $500 Ford Ranger, and some homemade...
Best Blooms 2025

Best Blooms 2025

There is something magical about witnessing a garden’s lifecycle from Spring to Fall. As the snow begins to melt and the first signs of life emerge after a long winter, it never ceases to amaze me. Trees and shrubs began to grow leaves and perennials begin to...
Best Blooms of 2024

Best Blooms of 2024

There is a magical feeling when the snow begins to dissipate and the signs of Spring begin to emerge.  While each year is different, the songs of birds and changing colors are telling signs of the change of seasons.  Yellow and white versions of daffodils brighten up...
Eagle County Sustainability Updates, 2024

Eagle County Sustainability Updates, 2024

With the continued evidence of climate change – increasing temperatures, drought conditions, and extreme storms and natural disasters like wildfires – it is imperative that we all make changes for the benefit of future generations. Alternative transportation,...