Service Capabilities
- Shrub removal
- Shrub pruning or trimming
- Irrigation design services
- Landscape design
- Disease management - shrubs
Questions and Answers
How can you help with overgrown shrubs and bare patches in my Rifle yard?
Our shrub care and landscape maintenance services directly address these common local issues. For overgrown shrubs, we provide expert pruning and trimming to restore shape and health. If removal or transplanting is needed, we handle it safely. For bare lawn patches, our team assesses the underlying cause—often related to soil, water, or disease—and provides targeted solutions, which may include soil amendment, replanting with hardy local varieties, or adjusting your irrigation design to ensure even coverage in our arid climate.
What is your process for creating a new landscape design in the Rifle area?
Our landscape design process begins with understanding your property, your vision, and the unique conditions of the Rifle area. We consider factors like sun exposure, soil composition, and local water availability. Using this information, we create a cohesive design plan that may include greenscape design, hardscaping elements, and a tailored plant palette from our nursery of climate-adapted annuals, perennials, and shrubs. The goal is to develop a beautiful, functional, and sustainable landscape that thrives in our local environment and enhances your home.
Do you offer ongoing care for the landscapes you install?
Yes, we offer comprehensive landscape maintenance to protect your investment. Our services include seasonal shrub care, disease and insect management specific to local plant varieties, and regular maintenance to keep your garden healthy. We can also provide irrigation system checks and adjustments, which are crucial for efficient water use in our region. This ongoing care ensures your landscape continues to look its best and adapts to Western Colorado's seasonal extremes.
Company Background
Dwyer Greens & Flowers in Rifle, CO, is a locally owned landscaping business founded in 1997 by Lynn Dwyer. With a Master of Science in Wildlife Ecology and nearly 20 years as a wildlife biologist, Lynn combines scientific knowledge with a lifelong passion for gardening, further honed by becoming a Master Gardener. The company began by growing organic greens for local restaurants before evolving into a full-service nursery and landscaping provider in 2002. Celebrating over two decades in business, they operate over 14,000 square feet of greenhouse space, cultivating hardy plants adapted to Colorado's climate. Their services, from irrigation design to shrub care, are informed by continued education and a deep commitment to the Rifle community, where Lynn is active in local organizations. Their approach focuses on creating landscapes that complement the natural beauty of Western Colorado.


