03/29/2026
After our unusually mild winter, we’re seeing some surprising growth patterns across the Front Range. Butterfly Bushes and large shrub roses are already leafing out at 5' or higher—well above their typical early-season start.
If we can avoid any "heavy, wet spring snow" breakage, we are looking at a massive growth year for several species. Aside from roses, expect to see significantly less die-back and larger displays from:
Desert Willow
Sumac
Mock Orange
Artemisia
What are you noticing in your garden or on your project sites this week?
03/21/2026
👋 Network, we need your help! We are still looking for the right person to fill our open Residential Project Manager position.
This is a new role for our team, which means there is a massive opportunity for advancement and the chance to truly make the position your own. We are looking for a self-starter who is ready to take the reins and drive this forward.
Know someone who would absolutely crush this? Let us know, or send them this post! 👇
03/13/2026
It’s been an incredible year of growth for us at Outdoor Design Group. Because we are scaling up our residential business, we are looking for an ambitious individual to join our crew. If you know a talented landscape designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, We would love to connect with them!
01/21/2026
Local project spotlight! ✨ We recently finished up a custom screen wall and xeriscape design for a great client here in Arvada. There’s nothing better than seeing a vision come to life—especially seeing these honeysuckle vines starting to climb! 🌿
What do you think of this low-water look?
01/13/2026
Welcoming Juan Rodriguez to the Team!
We are thrilled to officially introduce the newest member of the Outdoor Design Group family, Juan Rodriguez. A graduate of Iowa State University’s landscape architecture program, Juan joined us this past fall and has already made a significant impact.
We’re lucky to have his talent and energy in the studio. Join us in giving Juan a warm welcome!
01/12/2026
Interesting changes to Boulder's landscape code, including "no new junipers will be allowed citywide and must be removed as part of new or redevelopment projects"
Boulder City Council approves landscaping overhaul to save water and reduce fire risk
The changes ease permit requirements, restrict water-intensive landscaping and ban new junipers, with the new rules set to take effect March 1.
10/01/2025
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend the Glamping Show in Colorado and explore various exceptional tiny home and cabin designs suitable for our resort and campground owners and developers.
09/18/2025
A fun completed landscape renovation and gas fire pit for a home in Denver. Great job by our friends over at Diggable Designs Landscape & Gardening on the installation.
09/17/2025
Outdoor Design Group, Inc. is excited to be growing! We are adding to our team at our design studio in Olde Town Arvada!
Opportunities exist for someone early in their career as a landscape designer, or a more experienced landscape architect.
We are a small, Colorado-based firm that tackles exciting projects both locally and across the country. To learn more, please visit our website at www.odgdesign.com
Connect with me to start the conversation.
06/30/2025
The Emerald Ash Borer has arrived in Denver. Contact us for options to look at for the Ash trees on your properties (+/- 20% of trees in Denver) and how it might impact the design and renovations of your outdoor spaces.
https://www.9news.com/article/tech/science/environment/emerald-ash-borer-detected-n-denver/73-15ae6fb5-c279-467f-a34f-d4588e74335e
05/19/2025
Stopped by one of our recent projects in Lakewood last week and it was fantastic to see it thriving! Witnessing our clients achieve success with new sales is always incredibly rewarding for our team. It reinforces the hard work and dedication we put into each project.
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