Over the years, gardeners have come to us with many different kinds of questions. What grows here? When does a particular plant bloom? What do I do about this spot in my lawn? What type of houseplant will grow in low light?
We’ve compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions in printable PDF links listed below. Hard copies of these brochures are also available in our garden center.
The information given is a combination of what we’ve learned from 40+ years in the green industry, time spent in our own gardens, valuable customer input and research from the Colorado State University Extension Service. The local Colorado State Extension of El Paso County (Help Desk Mid-April to October 719.520.7694), offers classes and information to help home gardeners and is a wonderful resource for gardeners in the Pikes Peak Region.
How many bags of soil does it take to fill up that raised bed? How many bags of compost should you buy to top dress your garden area at a depth of 2"? Use our soil calculator (Phelan's provides bagged soils only).
Visit the CO Native Plant Society site for more extensive information about natives for our area. We offer native woody plants, perennials, and seeds.
Did you know we offer a budget-friendly way for you to buy trees, shrubs, and fruiting plants? Click here to shop our bare root program. Plants available for pick up in early April 2025 - just in time for planting. New this year! Bare Root roses such as this Coral Cove rose!