Planting and Softscaping

Planting & Softscaping

Bring your landscape to life with lush, vibrant plantings, curated for Colorado’s unique elevations and climate. From perennial garden beds to trees, shrubs, and drought-tolerant grasses, our softscaping services are designed to complement your hardscape features and create year-round beauty and balance.


Planting & Softscaping for Colorado’s Climate

Colorado’s high desert climate presents a unique opportunity to blend native beauty with smart landscaping. At Colorado Dreamscapes, we specialize in planting and softscaping strategies that thrive in our region’s soil, sunshine, and elevation. From drought-resistant perennials and flowering shrubs to native grasses, ornamental trees, and low-maintenance groundcovers, we select plant materials that look incredible and last.

We also incorporate mulch beds, landscape edging, decorative rock, and layered planting techniques that improve water retention and reduce weeds — all while elevating your curb appeal and outdoor enjoyment.



Top Softscaping Services We Offer

Perennial Beds

Perennial Beds

Colorful, low-maintenance flower beds with seasonal blooms tailored to Colorado’s elevation and sun exposure.

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Shrub & Tree Installation

Shrub & Tree Installation

From evergreens to ornamentals, we source and plant trees and shrubs that thrive in Colorado’s soil and seasons.

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Decorative Rock & Mulch

Decorative Rock & Mulch

Enhance your softscape with color, texture, and weed control using high-quality mulch and natural stone options.

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Groundcovers & Native Grasses

Groundcovers & Native Grasses

Low-water native options like blue grama, buffalo grass, and creeping thyme to fill your space beautifully and efficiently.

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Planter Beds & Borders

Planter Beds & Borders

Well-defined planting areas that give your yard structure and style, built for longevity and visual flow.

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Seasonal Color & Accent Plantings

Seasonal Color & Accent Plantings

Add impact with vibrant seasonal flowers, accent pots, and feature beds tailored to your home’s style and seasons.

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What to Expect with Softscaping Services

At Colorado Dreamscapes, we approach every softscaping project with the same level of detail and professionalism as our larger design and build services. Whether you’re refreshing an existing yard or starting from scratch, we begin with a site walkthrough to evaluate soil conditions, irrigation, sun exposure, and your aesthetic goals.

Once we understand your vision, we build a custom plant palette using Colorado-friendly vegetation — blending texture, height, color, and seasonal interest. Our planting plans often incorporate native trees and shrubs, perennials, ornamental grasses, and groundcover to ensure your yard thrives with minimal maintenance and water use.

We also account for long-term growth, proper root spacing, drainage, and future maintenance to make sure your new softscape matures beautifully and sustainably.


Why Choose Colorado Dreamscapes for Softscaping?

We’re not just landscapers — we’re plant experts, horticulture enthusiasts, and stewards of Colorado’s unique environment. Our team carefully curates every softscape to suit your yard’s microclimate, match your vision, and promote long-term sustainability. We pride ourselves on blending beauty with function, using drought-tolerant and native species wherever possible to create a landscape that thrives in Colorado’s semi-arid climate.

With an in-house arborist, horticulturist-approved planting plans, and years of design experience across Castle Rock, Denver, and the Front Range — we deliver outdoor environments that feel alive, intentional, and built to last.

Frequently Asked Questions About Planting & Softscaping

Colorado-friendly plants include native grasses, Russian sage, lavender, yarrow, blue spruce, and serviceberry. These species are drought-tolerant and able to withstand intense sun, freezing winters, and rapid weather changes.

Softscaping refers to the living elements of your landscape like trees, plants, sod, and mulch. Hardscaping includes non-living features like pavers, retaining walls, patios, and stone pathways. The two work together to create a balanced outdoor design.

Spring and early fall are ideal for most planting projects. These seasons offer mild temperatures and more moisture, giving plants the best chance to establish strong roots before extreme heat or cold sets in.

Absolutely. Our team includes experienced designers and an in-house arborist who help you select the right plants for sun exposure, soil type, aesthetics, and sustainability — all while keeping HOA and municipal guidelines in mind.

Yes! We offer short- and long-term landscape maintenance packages to ensure your new softscape grows beautifully and stays healthy throughout the seasons. This includes pruning, mulching, and irrigation adjustments as needed.


Ready to Bring Your Softscape Vision to Life?

From native plantings to expert soil prep, our team of designers and arborists will craft a landscape that thrives in Colorado’s unique climate. Let’s create something beautiful together.

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