Dec 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
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...
Mar 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
Typically, when we are discussing landscape and garden design we hear terms like line, form, texture, color, scale, proportion, order, repetition, unity and rhythm. While these principles are important, how can we simplify them and think like a designer in our own...
Mar 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
There are many great benefits of gardening for your physical and mental health. Getting outside every day, the feeling of seeing your first seedlings emerge from the soil, and the taste of a home-grown tomato are just a few of the benefits that come from gardening....
Mar 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
I woke up to another 3 inches of wet, heavy snow today. Regardless of the continued snowy precipitation, there is still a feeling of Spring in the air. The Spring equinox has come and gone, and while the large snowbanks on my gardens will take some more time to fully...
Jan 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
It is not uncommon to have a small space to work with when creating your dream garden. More often than not, living in the mountains and high country requires sacrificing some outdoor space when purchasing or renting a home. With abundant outdoor space around you for...
Dec 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
Since 2011 Mountain Roots has been practicing Sustainable methods in our landscape and business models. With the continued evidence of climate change – increasing temperatures and drought conditions – it is imperative that we all make small changes for future...
