Colorado State University Extension - Yard and Garden Resources

Yard and Garden Feature Programs

	Native Plant Master® Classes New native plant classes are open for registration . Learn more
	Colorado Master Gardeners Volunteers assist CSU Extension staff to deliver home gardening information. Learn more
	Planttalk™ Reliable, timely information on more than 400 horticultural topics, in English and Spanish. Learn more
	Plant Select® Plants chosen for their beauty, resilience, low maintenance and suitability to the Rocky Mountain region. Learn more

	Plant Hardiness Zone Map Use the 2012 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone map to determine which plants grow well in differing locations. Learn more
	Landscaping on Expansive Soils Expansive soils are found throughout Colorado and can cause structural damage when growing plants near buildings. Learn more
	Fall and Winter Watering Water trees, shrubs, lawns, and perennials during prolonged dry fall and winter periods to prevent root damage that affects the health of the entire plant. Learn more
	Trees and Shrubs for Mountain Areas Consider the length of the growing season, soil characteristics and exposure before selecting trees and shrubs for specific sites. Learn more