Senior News Writer

Education

University of Colorado

Company

MileHighLifescape

Expertise

Horticulture, Landscaping Design, Lawn Maintenance & Turf Management, Plant Health & Pest Management, Soil Science

About

I am a landscaping specialist with a strong passion for creating beautiful, functional, and sustainable outdoor spaces. As a contributor to Mile High Lifescape, I aim to share helpful knowledge and practical insights that guide homeowners in caring for and improving their yards, lawns, and gardens. My experience in landscaping allows me to understand the importance of thoughtful design, proper lawn care, efficient irrigation, seasonal maintenance, xeriscaping, and outdoor living solutions. I believe that every yard has the potential to become a space that reflects the homeowner’s lifestyle while staying healthy, attractive, and suitable for the local environment.

Articles

Purpose of retaining wall

Understanding the purpose of retaining wall 

5 minutesBackyard slopes look harmless until soil starts shifting after every hard rain. Homeowners staring at an eroding hillside or a yard that slants toward the foundation often start researching the

lawn lime

Lawn lime: What it is and how to apply it 

6 minutesLawn lime raises the pH of acidic soil so grass roots can reach nutrients that are already in the ground. Many homeowners reach for lime the moment their yard looks

bagging vs mulching grass

Bagging vs mulching grass: Which is better? 

5 minutesEvery mow ends with the same choice. Grass clippings can either scatter finely across the lawn or collect in a bag for disposal. That single decision, bagging vs mulching grass,

arbor cost

Arbor cost: What you’ll pay in 2026

5 minutesGarden structures add charm to any yard, and arbor cost sits at the center of that decision for many homeowners planning an outdoor upgrade. Material, size, style, and installation method

How to trim tall trees

How to trim tall trees safely and correctly

6 minutesLearning how to trim tall trees starts with understanding why height changes everything about pruning. Tall trees add real shade and value to a home, but a branch that looks

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