COLORADO REAL ESTATE NEWS

Gardening is generally considered a spring and summer activity, but while plants don’t generally grow in the winter, there is a lot avid gardeners can do to get ready for the season. It’s good to take a rest, but to make the most of your garden tackle these projects while it’s still cold.

Here are 5 projects to help make your garden amazing:

Plan it Out
It’s always good to have a plan. Using an online planner or a pen and paper helps you understand the space available to you and maximize it for the best harvest. Planning ahead also helps you know what to buy so you can space it out over time if you need to. ​

There's a big push to being more eco friendly these days. While it can feel overwhelming to make changes, the key is to start small. Everyday habits at home can be hard to break, but these swaps will help make the change simpler and help you feel like an eco-super hero. 

Simple swaps to make in your home to cut back on waste: 

Cloth napkins
Swapping out your dinner time paper napkins for cloth napkins not only eliminates some waste, it saves you a few dollars each year. It may sound like a lot of laundry, but don’t be afraid to use napkins more than once among the family, especially if your meals aren’t messy.

Cold weather brings about cozy visions of sitting by the fireplace, cuddling up to watch a movie or just enjoy a book while wearing fuzzy socks and a warm sweater. Unfortunately, that’s not always what happens, especially if you live an older house. Keeping a house warm when temperatures are dropping can be expensive.

Here are 6 tips to keep your energy bill low this winter:

Cover Below the Door
Prevent drafts of cold air from entering your home by using a “draft snake.” You can make one yourself by rolling up a towel or filling a pouch of fabric with sand. They are also available for purchase online and in your local hardware store