From the Vault: Fred
When fungal specimens are rare, or large and unique in their shapes, hikers and lovers of Mother Nature’s beauty will usually pay considerable attention to them when they find them in their natural
June Walking Tour – Blooming Cacti and Succulents
As spring transitions to summer, there is something in bloom just about everywhere at the Gardens. Amid this floral abundance, it can be easy to miss the brief flowering displays of cacti and
From the Vault: Alice Eastwood and the Flora of Denver
One of my botanical heroes is the remarkable Alice Eastwood. Although she never had any formal training in botany, Alice was one of the most preeminent botanists in the West in the late 1800s and
Food Donation, Now More Than Ever
Go Public Gardens Days
We join countless communities across North America to celebrate Go Public Gardens Days . Organized by the American Public Gardens Association, the focus from May 7 through the 16 is on the power of
May Walking Tour – Five Shrubs from Colorado’s Western Slope
Colorado is home to an array of shrubs. At lower elevations rabbitbrush with sunny yellow flowers brightens the landscape, while Artemisia , with its silvery and gray shades, subdues. In the foothills
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Spring flowers have begun to peek out of the ground and show their bright colors, and that means Mother’s Day is right around the corner! The Shop at the Gardens has just the right thing for the mom
Shop Spring Plant Sale - Online!
Spring Plant Sale goes online again for 2021 to offer a broad selection of plants for gardeners of every skill level. We know shopping online for plants is very different from shopping in person, but
Dry Shade Solutions
For many gardeners, dry shade is a difficult area to cultivate. The real trouble with dry shade is that few gardeners are aware of the many groundcovers, perennials and shrubs that excel in these
From the Vault: An Insect Specimen’s Untold Origin Story
In July 2014, the York Street landscape was dominated by technicolor glass sculptures and the flocks of visitors there to catch a glimpse. As much of a spectacle the artworks became, my attention was
Take the Workday Outside With a Company Picnic
Whether your team is working from home or back in the office, now is the perfect time to plan a day together outside at the Gardens. Enjoy all the sights and sounds of spring, from the vibrant blooms
April Walking Tour – Shady Lane
It is a beautiful spring morning and you have just arrived at Denver Botanic Gardens for a relaxing stroll. The birds are singing, and the spring bulbs are blooming. The trees and shrubs are budding