Dec 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
One of my favorite things about nature and horticulture is the change from year to year. This past season, we warmly welcomed more rainfall and moisture than we had seen in years. Not only were the drought stressed areas of the mountains given a chance to recover, but...
Feb 16, 2022 | 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...
Aug 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
Apr 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Ten years ago Mountain Roots began as a vision from a school business plan project in my Horticulture program in Fort Collins. Longing to return to the mountains and active lifestyle Summit County had to offer, this vision began to turn into a reality. Armed with a...
Dec 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
Plant lovers and gardeners are relatively easy to please with gifts. More often than not, receiving a new plant for our home or garden is all it takes to charm a green thumb. Nonetheless as space runs out or significant others cut us off from adding to our...
Dec 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
While each growing season in the high country can change from year to year, I think we can all agree that 2020 will be a year we always remember. Between the challenges and hardships faced staying at home more than usual, keeping loved ones safe and healthy, and...
