Orchids – A Diverse Family of Plants and People
The orchid family ( Orchidaceae ) is one of the largest and most diverse plant families on the planet. This diversity extends to the people who study, admire, and grow these fascinating plant
The orchid family ( Orchidaceae ) is one of the largest and most diverse plant families on the planet. This diversity extends to the people who study, admire, and grow these fascinating plant
Once considered a hobby for the elite, new propagation techniques and the mass production of orchids has made the joy of growing these amazing plants accessible to everyone. Not too long ago, the only
In winter, Denver Botanic Gardens connects us to the wild in a way that no other season can. Stripped of the froth and finery of summer, it feels more rugged and spontaneous, as if some things are
As the weather turns cold, we seek coziness, covering ourselves in layers of clothing, nestling into blankets and if we’re fortunate, taking sanctuary in heated habitations. When it comes to the
The American West is a shrubby place. Our region’s arid climate and ecology limits the growth of trees, leaving grasslands and shrublands to reign supreme. Our dry shrublands are alive with varying
The Bill Hosokawa Bonsai Pavilion opened on June 20, 2012. Between then and the present, we have seen the bonsai collection grow and the landscape of the Pavilion mature and, in some cases, be
So, you have walked, biked, bused, scootered or driven to Denver Botanic Gardens on York Street and are ready to explore all the beauty that is within our 24-acre property. Before you make a beeline
As cities become an increasingly popular place to live for many, the importance of green spaces becomes even more relevant. Gardens and urban farms provide city-dwellers with a space to connect with
The first corpse flower ( Amorphophallus titanum ) to bloom in cultivation was grown at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and blossomed in 1889. Even though more than 130 years have passed, it wasn’t