New 2023 Water Restrictions from Colorado Springs Utilities
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Colorado Springs Utilities Approved Soil Amendments
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www.csu.org/Pages/waterwiserules.aspx
Colorado Springs Utilities Approved Soil Amendments
www.csu.org/Documents/SoilAmendments.pdf?csf=1&e=T6OMFX
FAQ's - Caring for your new Landscape
Congratulations on your investment of a newly installed landscape by Green Scapes Landscaping, Inc. We sincerely thank you for allowing us the opportunity to be of service to you. The way you care for and maintain your new landscape will determine the overall appearance and potential it has to mature into the environment originally intended by the landscape design. Listed below you will find the answers to commonly asked questions regarding the care of you new landscape. If for any reason your questions are not answered here, please do not hesitate to call us at (719) 520-9656
Common Questions:
* How much water should I apply to new sod?
* How long should the zones run?
* How much water do plants need?
* How to maintain a sprinkler system?
* How soon do you mow newly installed sod?
* How often do I need to fertilize and apply weed control?
* What is aerating and when should I do it?
* What do I need to do in Spring?
* What do I need to do in Summer?
* What do I need to do in Autumn?
* What do I need to do in Winter?
* How do I drain my sprinkler system?
* How do I activate my sprinkler system in the spring?
* How do I care for my hydroseeded areas?
* What do I do in a drought?
How much water should I apply to new sod?
It is very important to keep your new sod moist. It is under stress from being harvested from the sod farm and having its root system cut. Water stimulates new roots to grow and helps get the sod established in its new location; your yard. You don’t want the sod to be too soggy, but more water is better than less. Pay attention to the weather forecast as hot temperatures and wind will dry out new sod quickly. New sod should be watered 2 times per day the first 14 days. Over the next week or more it should be watered 1-2 times per day depending on the time of year. (cooler temps in spring and fall require less water, hotter temps in summer require more) After 12-14 days only water once per day preferably in the morning when there is less wind. You may be able to cut back to every other day, but keep an eye on it.
How long should zones run?
Different types of sprinkler heads put out different amounts of water and should run for different amounts of time. Small pop-up heads generally need to run 10-15 minutes per zone and rotor heads need 25-40 minutes per zone.
How much water do plants need?
Trees, shrubs, and perennials need to be kept moist but not saturated in water. Green Scapes has installed a drip irrigation system for your plants and it is designed to apply a specific amount of water in a duration set on your sprinkler controller. Variables do exist and hotter temperatures may require more water to be applied to the plants. Pay close attention to the moisture of the soil at the base of all plants. Move the mulch or rock aside and feel with your hand to see if the soil is moist, dry, or too wet. Change the watering schedule to adapt to the particular conditions. Remember to place the mulch or rock back to cover the exposed soil.
How to maintain a sprinkler system?
Your irrigation system is very simple to maintain. Periodically check each zone for proper coverage and that nozzles are not clogged. Turn the system on manually and visually check all heads while each zone runs. Heads should cover all grass areas but not drastically over-spray hard edges and beds if possible. Sometimes the lawn shape requires the heads to over-spray some beds due to a curvilinear shape but know what that coverage should normally be. As seasons change you may need to adjust your sprinkler timer to either apply more or less water as seasonal temperatures dictate. Also beware of freezing temperatures overnight that will require draining your back-flow preventer. This is quick and easy and covered in another question here.
How soon do you mow newly installed sod?
Your lawn should be mowed 10-14 days after being installed. It is more important for it to become established and get roots growing rather than to worry about the amount of top growth. Turn off the sprinkler system a day before you mow to let the sod and soil below dry out. This is to prevent the mower from causing ruts in the wet turf. Water immediately after mowing and return the timer to the watering schedule. Once established, do not let the grass get too long or it will be “shocked” and show signs of stress. Mow fescue and bluegrass to a height of 2 ½” -3 ½”. Cut no more than 1” of new growth per cut. Grass uses less water when the blades are longer rather than shorter. The longer blades shade the soil beneath and help keep it cool and moist which reduces evaporation and water usage.
How often do I need to fertilize and apply weed control?
Fertilize your sod after the first mowing and every six to eight weeks thereafter using a well balances fertilizer formulated for the Colorado Springs region. This type of fertilizer can be purchased from your local sod farm, nursery, or garden center. Weeds are generally not common in new sod. In the event that a few do appear, either pull them (roots and all) or spot spray with a broadleaf weed control and always follow the directions on the label. Never use roundup in a lawn area as it will kill everything it comes in contact with.
What is aerating and when should I do it?
Aeration is performed to alleviate compaction in the soil. Soils in lawn areas that receive heavy traffic can get compacted and water and air cannot get to the roots as needed. Aerating pokes holes in the ground to allow necessary water and air to get down into the root zone. Aerating should be done in the spring or fall as necessary. When aerating, locate all sprinkler heads to prevent possible damage. It is also necessary to call utility locates to protect yourself in case a shallow line or wire exists that could be damaged by core cultivation while aerating.
What do I do in Spring?
Spring is the time to “jump start” your landscape. Start with a thorough spring cleaning of all unwanted debris such as leaves, pine cones, and trash lying around. Fertilize all turf and plantings. We suggest a slow release granular fertilizer from a local nursery or garden center. Edging your lawn (cutting grass away from hard edges and beds) is a great way to give your property a clean look and great curb appeal. Green Scapes does not recommend aerating until the second season after sod installation at the earliest. When aerating and/or edging, locate all sprinkler heads throughout lawn area to prevent damage. Prune all shrubs and trees of any dead, broken, or unwanted branches to give a well manicured appearance.
Most plants in this region look best with their natural growth habit and don’t need to be sheared. Cut branches back to another live branch when pruning. This can be done to thin out a plant or reduce its overall shape and size. All dead material should be removed to prevent disease and insects from causing further damage. If perennials and/or ornamental grasses are a part of your landscape, cut them back the height of the new growth appearing at the base of the plant (approximately 4”-8” above the ground). All plantings, including your lawn, are dependent on weather patterns and soil temperatures. Patience is important because not all plants leaf out at the same time.
Springtime watering is essential to all your plants and lawn. As the weather permits (above freezing temperatures), water with a hose or your sprinkler system. If watering with your sprinkler system, always be aware of possible freezing temperatures which could damage some components. If the forecast calls for below freezing temps, your back-flow preventer will need to be drained.
What do I do in Summer?
Summer is a great time to sit back and enjoy your landscape with minimal chores. Start thinking about a second application of fertilizer. Familiarize yourself with any local watering restrictions and how to deal with possible drought conditions. The city of Colorado Springs Utilities is an excellent resource for this. Visit www.csu.org for help with these types of questions. Also the Colorado State University cooperative extension can provide helpful information for many horticultural needs. Visit them at www.ext.colostate.edu. During the heat of the summer, your lawn may show signs of stress and may not have a picture perfect appearance. This is a normal reaction for the plant. Continue watering within possible restrictions and as cooler temperatures return you lawn will recover. Although the appearance is a bit more “shaggy”, keeping your grass longer is healthier for it. Longer grass blades shade the soil and keep the root zone cooler with more moisture by reducing evaporation. A height of 3” is recommended for this reason. Always maintain a sharp mower blade so the grass blade is cut rather than ripped.
What do I do in Autumn?
Fall season is the best time of year in our opinion. All your trees, shrubs, and lawn have had all summer to thrive and put on new growth, maturing all the while. Your landscape can now relax and prepare to go dormant for the winter months. Start preparing your landscape for a restful winter by applying that last application of fertilizer. Trim back all perennials that are done flowering to a few inches above ground and mulch over the top of them to prevent them from drying out during the winter. Clean up all the fallen leaves and debris. Fall is the time to winterize your sprinkler system. The back-flow preventer must be drained anytime the air temperatures will be below freezing. ; Before the ground freezes (generally in November) it is best to blow out the sprinkler system with compressed air. This gets all the water out of the pipes and protects the in-ground components from potential freeze damage.
What do I do in Winter?
Winter is an important time for your landscape. The Colorado Springs region does have mild temperatures in the winter months and it is typically the windy season. Plants can lose moisture through desiccation (drying out) of the branches. Winter watering is of utmost importance to your landscape for this reason. Neglecting it can possibly void your plant warranty. When temperatures are well above freezing (50’s and 60’s and above), get a hose out and slowly apply water to all the plants. A slow trickle is the best for the soil to be able to absorb the water. Evergreens are still using and transpiring water so definitely make sure all of them are watered and as long as you’re out there, it is best to water all the plants. The grass will also benefit from winter watering. With a hose, run a sprinkler over the lawn to get some water on the grass. Come springtime your lawn will green up quicker and have a healthier look.
How do I drain my sprinkler system?
Draining your back-flow preventer is necessary to prevent costly freeze damage. Follow the directions below to drain it out.
Common Questions:
* How much water should I apply to new sod?
* How long should the zones run?
* How much water do plants need?
* How to maintain a sprinkler system?
* How soon do you mow newly installed sod?
* How often do I need to fertilize and apply weed control?
* What is aerating and when should I do it?
* What do I need to do in Spring?
* What do I need to do in Summer?
* What do I need to do in Autumn?
* What do I need to do in Winter?
* How do I drain my sprinkler system?
* How do I activate my sprinkler system in the spring?
* How do I care for my hydroseeded areas?
* What do I do in a drought?
How much water should I apply to new sod?
It is very important to keep your new sod moist. It is under stress from being harvested from the sod farm and having its root system cut. Water stimulates new roots to grow and helps get the sod established in its new location; your yard. You don’t want the sod to be too soggy, but more water is better than less. Pay attention to the weather forecast as hot temperatures and wind will dry out new sod quickly. New sod should be watered 2 times per day the first 14 days. Over the next week or more it should be watered 1-2 times per day depending on the time of year. (cooler temps in spring and fall require less water, hotter temps in summer require more) After 12-14 days only water once per day preferably in the morning when there is less wind. You may be able to cut back to every other day, but keep an eye on it.
How long should zones run?
Different types of sprinkler heads put out different amounts of water and should run for different amounts of time. Small pop-up heads generally need to run 10-15 minutes per zone and rotor heads need 25-40 minutes per zone.
How much water do plants need?
Trees, shrubs, and perennials need to be kept moist but not saturated in water. Green Scapes has installed a drip irrigation system for your plants and it is designed to apply a specific amount of water in a duration set on your sprinkler controller. Variables do exist and hotter temperatures may require more water to be applied to the plants. Pay close attention to the moisture of the soil at the base of all plants. Move the mulch or rock aside and feel with your hand to see if the soil is moist, dry, or too wet. Change the watering schedule to adapt to the particular conditions. Remember to place the mulch or rock back to cover the exposed soil.
How to maintain a sprinkler system?
Your irrigation system is very simple to maintain. Periodically check each zone for proper coverage and that nozzles are not clogged. Turn the system on manually and visually check all heads while each zone runs. Heads should cover all grass areas but not drastically over-spray hard edges and beds if possible. Sometimes the lawn shape requires the heads to over-spray some beds due to a curvilinear shape but know what that coverage should normally be. As seasons change you may need to adjust your sprinkler timer to either apply more or less water as seasonal temperatures dictate. Also beware of freezing temperatures overnight that will require draining your back-flow preventer. This is quick and easy and covered in another question here.
How soon do you mow newly installed sod?
Your lawn should be mowed 10-14 days after being installed. It is more important for it to become established and get roots growing rather than to worry about the amount of top growth. Turn off the sprinkler system a day before you mow to let the sod and soil below dry out. This is to prevent the mower from causing ruts in the wet turf. Water immediately after mowing and return the timer to the watering schedule. Once established, do not let the grass get too long or it will be “shocked” and show signs of stress. Mow fescue and bluegrass to a height of 2 ½” -3 ½”. Cut no more than 1” of new growth per cut. Grass uses less water when the blades are longer rather than shorter. The longer blades shade the soil beneath and help keep it cool and moist which reduces evaporation and water usage.
How often do I need to fertilize and apply weed control?
Fertilize your sod after the first mowing and every six to eight weeks thereafter using a well balances fertilizer formulated for the Colorado Springs region. This type of fertilizer can be purchased from your local sod farm, nursery, or garden center. Weeds are generally not common in new sod. In the event that a few do appear, either pull them (roots and all) or spot spray with a broadleaf weed control and always follow the directions on the label. Never use roundup in a lawn area as it will kill everything it comes in contact with.
What is aerating and when should I do it?
Aeration is performed to alleviate compaction in the soil. Soils in lawn areas that receive heavy traffic can get compacted and water and air cannot get to the roots as needed. Aerating pokes holes in the ground to allow necessary water and air to get down into the root zone. Aerating should be done in the spring or fall as necessary. When aerating, locate all sprinkler heads to prevent possible damage. It is also necessary to call utility locates to protect yourself in case a shallow line or wire exists that could be damaged by core cultivation while aerating.
What do I do in Spring?
Spring is the time to “jump start” your landscape. Start with a thorough spring cleaning of all unwanted debris such as leaves, pine cones, and trash lying around. Fertilize all turf and plantings. We suggest a slow release granular fertilizer from a local nursery or garden center. Edging your lawn (cutting grass away from hard edges and beds) is a great way to give your property a clean look and great curb appeal. Green Scapes does not recommend aerating until the second season after sod installation at the earliest. When aerating and/or edging, locate all sprinkler heads throughout lawn area to prevent damage. Prune all shrubs and trees of any dead, broken, or unwanted branches to give a well manicured appearance.
Most plants in this region look best with their natural growth habit and don’t need to be sheared. Cut branches back to another live branch when pruning. This can be done to thin out a plant or reduce its overall shape and size. All dead material should be removed to prevent disease and insects from causing further damage. If perennials and/or ornamental grasses are a part of your landscape, cut them back the height of the new growth appearing at the base of the plant (approximately 4”-8” above the ground). All plantings, including your lawn, are dependent on weather patterns and soil temperatures. Patience is important because not all plants leaf out at the same time.
Springtime watering is essential to all your plants and lawn. As the weather permits (above freezing temperatures), water with a hose or your sprinkler system. If watering with your sprinkler system, always be aware of possible freezing temperatures which could damage some components. If the forecast calls for below freezing temps, your back-flow preventer will need to be drained.
What do I do in Summer?
Summer is a great time to sit back and enjoy your landscape with minimal chores. Start thinking about a second application of fertilizer. Familiarize yourself with any local watering restrictions and how to deal with possible drought conditions. The city of Colorado Springs Utilities is an excellent resource for this. Visit www.csu.org for help with these types of questions. Also the Colorado State University cooperative extension can provide helpful information for many horticultural needs. Visit them at www.ext.colostate.edu. During the heat of the summer, your lawn may show signs of stress and may not have a picture perfect appearance. This is a normal reaction for the plant. Continue watering within possible restrictions and as cooler temperatures return you lawn will recover. Although the appearance is a bit more “shaggy”, keeping your grass longer is healthier for it. Longer grass blades shade the soil and keep the root zone cooler with more moisture by reducing evaporation. A height of 3” is recommended for this reason. Always maintain a sharp mower blade so the grass blade is cut rather than ripped.
What do I do in Autumn?
Fall season is the best time of year in our opinion. All your trees, shrubs, and lawn have had all summer to thrive and put on new growth, maturing all the while. Your landscape can now relax and prepare to go dormant for the winter months. Start preparing your landscape for a restful winter by applying that last application of fertilizer. Trim back all perennials that are done flowering to a few inches above ground and mulch over the top of them to prevent them from drying out during the winter. Clean up all the fallen leaves and debris. Fall is the time to winterize your sprinkler system. The back-flow preventer must be drained anytime the air temperatures will be below freezing. ; Before the ground freezes (generally in November) it is best to blow out the sprinkler system with compressed air. This gets all the water out of the pipes and protects the in-ground components from potential freeze damage.
What do I do in Winter?
Winter is an important time for your landscape. The Colorado Springs region does have mild temperatures in the winter months and it is typically the windy season. Plants can lose moisture through desiccation (drying out) of the branches. Winter watering is of utmost importance to your landscape for this reason. Neglecting it can possibly void your plant warranty. When temperatures are well above freezing (50’s and 60’s and above), get a hose out and slowly apply water to all the plants. A slow trickle is the best for the soil to be able to absorb the water. Evergreens are still using and transpiring water so definitely make sure all of them are watered and as long as you’re out there, it is best to water all the plants. The grass will also benefit from winter watering. With a hose, run a sprinkler over the lawn to get some water on the grass. Come springtime your lawn will green up quicker and have a healthier look.
How do I drain my sprinkler system?
Draining your back-flow preventer is necessary to prevent costly freeze damage. Follow the directions below to drain it out.
Pressure Vacuum Breaker
1) Turn off the water supply valve for the sprinkler system (A). This is generally in the mechanical room of the house. Typically, a ¾” copper pipe tees off for the sprinkler system off of a vertical pipe that is the main water line after the meter before it goes into the hot water heater. For ball valves, when the handle is perpendicular to the pipe, the valve is closed. When the handle is parallel with the pipe, the valve is open. For other types of valves simply turn the handle clockwise to close the valve.
2) Open all inlet and outlet drain valves as well as test cock valves on the back-flow preventer (E & F).
3) Turn inlet and outlet ball valve handles on back-flow preventer to a 45 degree position (C and D)
4) Open drain valve near water supply valve to drain water back from back-flow preventer (B). You may want to have a bucket handy to collect water draining out so it doesn't spill on the floor and damage anything nearby you don’t want to get wet.
5) Some systems have manual drains in valve boxes outside that also need to be opened to help gravity drain the system. Other systems are equipped with automatic drain valves.
How do I activate my sprinkler system in the spring?
Activating your sprinkler system is simple. Follow the directions below to start automatic watering with your system. Remember that it may get cold enough to do damage some nights and to drain your system overnight and activate it again the next morning if so desired.
1) Turn off the water supply valve for the sprinkler system (A). This is generally in the mechanical room of the house. Typically, a ¾” copper pipe tees off for the sprinkler system off of a vertical pipe that is the main water line after the meter before it goes into the hot water heater. For ball valves, when the handle is perpendicular to the pipe, the valve is closed. When the handle is parallel with the pipe, the valve is open. For other types of valves simply turn the handle clockwise to close the valve.
2) Open all inlet and outlet drain valves as well as test cock valves on the back-flow preventer (E & F).
3) Turn inlet and outlet ball valve handles on back-flow preventer to a 45 degree position (C and D)
4) Open drain valve near water supply valve to drain water back from back-flow preventer (B). You may want to have a bucket handy to collect water draining out so it doesn't spill on the floor and damage anything nearby you don’t want to get wet.
5) Some systems have manual drains in valve boxes outside that also need to be opened to help gravity drain the system. Other systems are equipped with automatic drain valves.
How do I activate my sprinkler system in the spring?
Activating your sprinkler system is simple. Follow the directions below to start automatic watering with your system. Remember that it may get cold enough to do damage some nights and to drain your system overnight and activate it again the next morning if so desired.
1) Close all inlet and outlet ball valves on the back-flow preventer. (those that were left at a 45 degree angle.
2) Close any manual drain valves in valve boxes in the ground.
3) Close all inlet and outlet test cock valves on the backflow preventer.
4) Close the drain valve near the water supply valve for the sprinkler system.
5) Slowly open the water supply valve to let the water gently flow into the pipes. If the water is turned on full blast, possible damage may occur due to excessive force by the water.
6) Slowly open both the inlet and outlet ball valves on the backflow preventer. Some water may flow out the top of the bell housing on the PVB. This is normal. If it continues for several minutes try turning on an individual zone to release pressure. If that does not work, close the inlet ball valve and call our irrigation technicians for a service call.
How do I care for hydroseeded areas?
Native seed areas need consistent water in order for the seed to germinate and become established. It is important that the soil always be moist; not saturated but also not allowed to dry out at all. It typically takes 10-14 days for seed to germinate, then several weeks for it to grow and become established. The germination time is the most critical. If water is applied regularly for too short amount of time and then the soil is allowed to dry out, the seed will die and new seed will need to be sown for any grass to grow. Apply water several times per day for short amounts of time over the first few weeks to ensure proper germination. Sprouts will emerge and grass will begin to grow and fill in. After the grass becomes established it should not need much if any supplemental watering. Native areas can be allowed to grow and not be mowed or can be mowed 2-3 times per season for a more manicured look.
How do I care for hydroseeded areas?
Native seed areas need consistent water in order for the seed to germinate and become established. It is important that the soil always be moist; not saturated but also not allowed to dry out at all. It typically takes 10-14 days for seed to germinate, then several weeks for it to grow and become established. The germination time is the most critical. If water is applied regularly for too short amount of time and then the soil is allowed to dry out, the seed will die and new seed will need to be sown for any grass to grow. Apply water several times per day for short amounts of time over the first few weeks to ensure proper germination. Sprouts will emerge and grass will begin to grow and fill in. After the grass becomes established it should not need much if any supplemental watering. Native areas can be allowed to grow and not be mowed or can be mowed 2-3 times per season for a more manicured look.
What do I do in drought?
Occasionally drought conditions are present in the Colorado Springs region. Watering restrictions may be put in place by local authorities so be aware if you are only allowed to water your landscape on certain days at certain times. Deep infrequent watering is the healthiest watering pattern for all plants. This promotes deep root growth that allows the water to reach more available water than just what is near the soil surface. Bluegrass lawn is surprisingly drought tolerant. Although it appears brown and stressed during high temperatures, it is merely going dormant to protect itself. When enough water is applied and/or temperatures cool off, it will green back up nicely.
Plants may suffer from drought as well. They will not put on as much if any new growth in order to survive throughout the season or until more water is applied. Flowering may be reduced as well in order to protect the plant as a whole. Flowering takes more energy and plants are smart and do enough to survive rather than thrive. If there is dieback due to drought, prune out all dead material to prevent disease and insects from causing further loss.
2) Close any manual drain valves in valve boxes in the ground.
3) Close all inlet and outlet test cock valves on the backflow preventer.
4) Close the drain valve near the water supply valve for the sprinkler system.
5) Slowly open the water supply valve to let the water gently flow into the pipes. If the water is turned on full blast, possible damage may occur due to excessive force by the water.
6) Slowly open both the inlet and outlet ball valves on the backflow preventer. Some water may flow out the top of the bell housing on the PVB. This is normal. If it continues for several minutes try turning on an individual zone to release pressure. If that does not work, close the inlet ball valve and call our irrigation technicians for a service call.
How do I care for hydroseeded areas?
Native seed areas need consistent water in order for the seed to germinate and become established. It is important that the soil always be moist; not saturated but also not allowed to dry out at all. It typically takes 10-14 days for seed to germinate, then several weeks for it to grow and become established. The germination time is the most critical. If water is applied regularly for too short amount of time and then the soil is allowed to dry out, the seed will die and new seed will need to be sown for any grass to grow. Apply water several times per day for short amounts of time over the first few weeks to ensure proper germination. Sprouts will emerge and grass will begin to grow and fill in. After the grass becomes established it should not need much if any supplemental watering. Native areas can be allowed to grow and not be mowed or can be mowed 2-3 times per season for a more manicured look.
How do I care for hydroseeded areas?
Native seed areas need consistent water in order for the seed to germinate and become established. It is important that the soil always be moist; not saturated but also not allowed to dry out at all. It typically takes 10-14 days for seed to germinate, then several weeks for it to grow and become established. The germination time is the most critical. If water is applied regularly for too short amount of time and then the soil is allowed to dry out, the seed will die and new seed will need to be sown for any grass to grow. Apply water several times per day for short amounts of time over the first few weeks to ensure proper germination. Sprouts will emerge and grass will begin to grow and fill in. After the grass becomes established it should not need much if any supplemental watering. Native areas can be allowed to grow and not be mowed or can be mowed 2-3 times per season for a more manicured look.
What do I do in drought?
Occasionally drought conditions are present in the Colorado Springs region. Watering restrictions may be put in place by local authorities so be aware if you are only allowed to water your landscape on certain days at certain times. Deep infrequent watering is the healthiest watering pattern for all plants. This promotes deep root growth that allows the water to reach more available water than just what is near the soil surface. Bluegrass lawn is surprisingly drought tolerant. Although it appears brown and stressed during high temperatures, it is merely going dormant to protect itself. When enough water is applied and/or temperatures cool off, it will green back up nicely.
Plants may suffer from drought as well. They will not put on as much if any new growth in order to survive throughout the season or until more water is applied. Flowering may be reduced as well in order to protect the plant as a whole. Flowering takes more energy and plants are smart and do enough to survive rather than thrive. If there is dieback due to drought, prune out all dead material to prevent disease and insects from causing further loss.
If you have any additional landscape needs or questions, please contact
Green Scapes Landscape and Design LLC by telephone at (719) 520-9656 or by email greg@greenscapescos.com . We look forward to hearing from you!
Green Scapes Landscape and Design LLC by telephone at (719) 520-9656 or by email greg@greenscapescos.com . We look forward to hearing from you!