Worms by the Numbers
This week, Chatfield Farms is hosting its second annual worm count event. With the help of a high school student group, farmers at Chatfield Farms are counting how many worms are present at 20
Earth Day at Chatfield Farms
Falling on Saturday, April 22 this year, Earth Day ’s theme has been announced as “Invest in our Planet.” A celebration of environmental action and protection, Earth Day serves as a call to all
Sclerocactus glaucus To Be Removed From Endangered Species List
On April 10, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) announced a proposed rule to remove Sclerocactus glaucus , a small barrel cactus found in the Colorado and Gunnison River Basins in Western
The Spring Awakening of the Prairie Garden
When arriving at Chatfield Farms in early spring – especially during the months of March and April – the prairie gardens surrounding the Earl J. Sinnamon Center may seem rather drab. Unlike some of
Medellin's Festival of Flowers: A Magical Experience
If you're a garden enthusiast looking for a one-of-a-kind travel experience, then consider attending the Festival of Flowers, Feria de Flores , in Medellin, Colombia this August with the Gardens. This
Discover the Joys of Spring at York Street
Spring is a time of renewal, and what better way to celebrate the season than by visiting the beautiful gardens at York Street. As the tulips begin to bloom, the birds start singing and new plants
Donate to the Spring Dig and Help Support the Gardens
Donations come in all shapes and sizes, and they are not always monetary. An interesting way you can donate to the Gardens is through plants. Yes, plants! The Guild is currently collecting perennials
Spring is here! Join us as a community scientist.
As the days grow longer and warmer, we start looking for the telltale signs that spring is arriving – birds chirping, trees leafing out, lilac buds, bulbs emerging out of the damp soil. As you observe
April Walking Tour – Spring in Oak Grove
One of my favorite places during spring at Denver Botanic Gardens is Oak Grove. It represents everything I love about spring: the color green, rebirth and colorful flowers, just to name a few. When I
How to Plant a Successful Garden
A gorgeous garden flush with leafy greens, aromatic herbs and colorful vegetables bursting with flavor is a wonderful thing. There is nothing like picking a ripe tomato right from the vine and
What does ecological sampling tell us about urban tree health?
A year ago, I wrote a blog about a newly launched project to better understand how tree health is shaped by initial planting conditions. This question is important to answer given that 81% of urban
Regenerative Farming All Over the World
This past December I had a unique opportunity to travel to Puerto Guadal, Chile, and visit two farms in the area. The first farm I visited was called Huerto Cuatro Estaciones , a farm growing mixed