Spring Plant Sale Pregame: Gardening for Pollinators

We host countless beneficial insects and birds as well as bats. There are 963 species of native bees in Colorado's Front Range. All require your help to provide food, shelter and water to perform the huge task of pollinating the crops we eat, repopulate plants and add great diversity to our environment. How can we make our landscapes hospitable and attractive for these creatures? Learn which pollinators are attracted to which characteristics in certain plants, how to attract the ones you specifically want and how to select the perfect plants to do so. Also learn how to deal with the ones you do not want in your garden and how to accept a little insect pressure. This class will inspire you to try new plants and watch your landscape come alive!

This course fulfills an elective requirement for the Rocky Mountain Gardening full series certificate program.

Spring Plant Sale Pregame: A Full Day of Garden Wisdom

Get ready for planting season with a full day of expert-led classes designed to set you up for success! The Spring Plant Sale Pregame brings together top water-smart specialists to share tips, tricks, and design strategies tailored to Colorado’s unique climate. With so many native and low-water plants available at Denver Botanic Gardens’ Spring Plant Sale, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. This event helps you navigate the options with confidence. All participants receive a curated list of sustainable, drought-tolerant plants featured in the sale—perfect for creating a resilient and beautiful landscape.

Price: $44, $38 member

Location: York Street

Instructor: Patti O'Neal

Patti is a horticulturist with a background in nutrition. She is a retired CSU Extension Agent, where she served for 15 years. This is her 23rd year teaching with Denver Botanic Gardens where she continues to inspire gardeners—seasoned and new—across the Front Range.