Spring Plant Sale Pregame: Spring Bulb Planting for Summer Bloom

Spring-planted bulbs bring bursts of color to summer and fall gardens, filling beds and containers with vibrant blooms and providing gorgeous cut flowers for indoor displays. While often thought of as annuals, many perennials are worthy of multi-year enjoyment. Tall and short, they add color, texture and substance to flower beds as well as container plantings. Whether you’re planting bulbs for the first time or looking to refresh your garden with innovative ideas, this class invites you to dive into the wide and wonderful world of spring-planted bulbs. Discover varieties beyond the usual favorites, learn tips for choosing and caring for bulbs that thrive in Colorado and get inspired to create a garden that keeps blooming long after spring has passed. After class take a walk through the Gardens for more inspiration.

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: Carl Wilson

Carl is a horticulturist, speaker and retired CSU Extension Agent.