Late August in Blende, and the alleys are lined with sunflowers standing taller than the fences — Pueblo County's own weed, and easily its most cheerful one. DGC Lawn and Landscape, Junk Removal keeps yards on that side of the river in order through the long growing season: mowing, string trimming, edging, seasonal cleanup, and carting off the junk and debris that collects behind every garage in town. It is straightforward work with a visible result, which is a good part of why it is worth doing. By the time the truck pulls away, a lot has room to breathe again. That is the day's measure.