Professional Design Tools and Templates for Every Landscaping Project
Access professional-grade design templates and planning tools that streamline your landscaping projects and ensure sustainable, beautiful results. Our comprehensive digital resource library provides the same tools used by professional landscapers, making expert-level garden design accessible to everyone.
Design Templates
Browse a wide array of editable templates for various garden styles, site conditions, and project sizes. Many are free, with advanced options available in our premium library.
Free & Premium Explore TemplatesPlant Selection Guides
Utilize interactive databases and detailed guides to choose the perfect native and climate-appropriate plants for any landscape. Includes Colorado-specific recommendations.
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Download step-by-step blueprints for creating thriving backyard ecosystems, including pollinator gardens and wildlife habitats. Achieve ecological balance right at home.
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Access advanced tools and checklists for complex challenges like erosion control, water management, and soil amendment. Essential for robust, resilient landscapes.
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- Industry-Proven: Templates used by 500+ professional landscapers across Colorado, vetted for practical application and effectiveness.
- Region-Specific: Downloadable guides tailored specifically to the unique challenges and opportunities of mountain and plains climates.
- Always Current: Regularly updated content with seasonal planning resources, ensuring your projects are always aligned with the latest best practices.
- Seamless Integration: Our resources integrate directly with our course curriculum, providing a logical progression from learning to application.
Garden Design Templates for Every Style and Climate
Visualize and plan your dream garden with ease. Our extensive gallery of digital design templates provides a concrete starting point for any project, from high-altitude native gardens to drought-tolerant urban oases.
Mountain Landscape Template
Designed for high-altitude resilience, featuring native conifers, aspens, and cold-hardy perennials.
Drought-Tolerant Xeriscape
Optimize water usage with beautiful, low-maintenance designs for arid and semi-arid regions.
Pollinator Haven Blueprint
Create vibrant spaces that support local wildlife with plant selections for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Many more templates available, including urban rooftop gardens, small backyard designs, and seasonal planting schedules!
Interactive Plant Selection Guides and Planning Tools
Never struggle with plant choices again. Our interactive tools make selecting the right species for your specific climate, soil, and aesthetic preferences straightforward and enjoyable.
Colorado Native Plant Database
Search over 500 native plant species ideal for Colorado's diverse ecosystems. Filter by climate zone, sun exposure, water needs, bloom time, and even wildlife attraction!
Launch Plant SelectorSeasonal Bloom Calendar & Compatibility
Plan for year-round color and interest with our interactive bloom calendar. Discover companion planting ideas to maximize growth and natural pest resistance.
- Watering Requirement Calculator: Input variables to determine precise watering schedules for your plants.
- Soil Guide & Amendment Recommender: Understand your soil type and get recommendations for optimal amendments.
- Visual Plant Galleries: High-resolution photos and detailed descriptions for confident plant identification.
Specialized Solutions for Complex Landscaping Challenges
Tackle tough landscaping problems with expert-vetted guides and resources. From preventing soil erosion to managing challenging drainage, we provide practical, science-backed solutions.
Erosion Control Checklists & Guides
Colorado's unique topography presents significant challenges with soil erosion. Our comprehensive checklists and step-by-step implementation guides equip you with the knowledge to protect your landscape effectively.
- Slope Stabilization Planning: Material lists and methodologies for successful terracing and retaining wall construction.
- Water Management & Drainage: Solutions for redirecting runoff, managing standing water, and preventing foundation damage with permeable pavements and rain gardens.
- Soil Health & Amendments: Calculators to determine necessary amendments for compaction, nutrient deficiencies, or pH imbalances.
Concerned about Pests or Diseases?
Our resource library also includes initial guides for identifying common landscape pests and diseases, along with sustainable, organic treatment methods.
Explore Pest & Disease ResourcesBackyard Ecosystem Design Blueprints and Implementation Guides
Transform your backyard into a thriving mini-ecosystem, supporting local biodiversity and enhancing your property's natural beauty. Our blueprints make ecological landscaping achievable for everyone.
Rain Garden Blueprint
Detailed plans for integrating beautiful and functional rain gardens to manage stormwater runoff.
Wildlife Habitat Creation Guide
Attract beneficial insects, birds, and small animals with specific plant choices, water features, and shelter elements.
Our ecosystem guides also cover natural composting systems, integrated pest management, and seasonal maintenance schedules to ensure the long-term health of your vibrant outdoor space.
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Our premium tools are designed to streamline your workflow and bring your most complex landscape designs to life with precision.
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