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Owner

An

City

Erie

Skill Set

Beginner

Project Size

500 - 750 sq ft

Project Location

Backyard

Sun Exposure

Full sun

Year Completed

2024

Time Commitment

More than 40 hours of labor

Project Cost

less than $500

Other Project Elements

Native or drought-tolerant plants, Raised/tiered beds, Retaining walls, Pathways, Boulders

Resource Central Programs

Lawn Removal Service, Garden In A Box, Slow the Flow

Advice from the Owner

I absolutely love my backyard now—it’s like creating a personal outdoor haven. Watching the space transform, piece by piece, into a relaxing and inviting garden brings me joy and fulfillment. It’s where I can unwind, entertain, and enjoy the beauty of nature.

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Owner

Lisa

City

Broomfield

Skill Set

Intermediate

Project Size

500 - 750 sq ft

Project Location

Front yard

Sun Exposure

Full sun

Year Completed

2024

Time Commitment

More than 40 hours of labor

Project Cost

less than $500

Other Project Elements

Native or drought-tolerant plants, Drip irrigation system, Bird/Bee houses, Shrubs

Resource Central Programs

Lawn Removal Service

Advice from the Owner

We love to watch the bees and butterflies- even had a toad visit! I have added plants slowly- throughout the summer to keep the cost down. We converted our sprinkler system to drip lines- the conversion was simple. We have adjusted the drip times and drip heads to use minimal water.

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Owner

Eileen and Al

City

Westminster

Skill Set

Beginner

Project Size

500 - 750 sq ft

Project Location

Front yard

Sun Exposure

Full sun

Year Completed

2023

Time Commitment

More than 40 hours of labor

Project Cost

less than $500

Other Project Elements

Native or drought-tolerant plants, Drip irrigation system

Resource Central Programs

Garden In A Box, Lawn Removal Service

Advice from the Owner

Gardens were added in 2022 and 2023. We used 50/50 soil, a mix of compost and soil. I believe this makes a huge difference in plant growth. We have been stunned with how quickly the plants grew and the gardens filled in. There are many bees and butterflies stopping by daily. We love the colors and scents.

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