JUNE 2006
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
EVENTS GARDEN TOURS GARDEN & HOME SHOWS CLASSES / LECTURES LOOKING AHEAD
Events and classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information.
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JUNE 2006 EVENTS GARDEN TOURS GARDEN & HOME SHOWS CLASSES / LECTURES LOOKING AHEAD Events and classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information.
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| EVENTS |
| Ongoing to Oct. 31 |
Exhibit: Living Bronze
Sculptures by Robert Wick Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: Regular garden hours; 720-865-3544 |
| Ongoing to June 4 |
The Eccentric Artists' Garden
Exhibit Boulder Public Library -- Canyon Gallery, 1000 Canyon Blvd. in Boulder; A garden tour will be held in conjunction with the exhibit on June 4; See www.eccentricartistsgardens.com for details. |
| June - Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays |
Docent
Tours of Betty
Ford Alpine Gardens Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail. Time: 10:30 a.m. on Mon., Thurs. and Sat.; For information call 970-476-0103. |
| June 2 |
Free Day
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 303-973-3705 |
| June 3 | Water-Wise
Garden Party Denver Water's Xeriscape Demonstration Garden, 1600 W. 12th Ave., Denver; Time: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Self-guided tours, guided tours, experts to answer questions, refreshments; 303-628-6343. |
| June 3 - 4 |
American Iris Society Show &
Sale Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 12:30 - 4 p.m. on the 3rd and 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the 4th. 303-798-9103 |
| June 4 |
Free
Sunday Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| June 4 |
Old Garden Rose Show & Sale --
Sponsored by the Denver Rose Society Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 303-691-2790 |
| June 9 - 15 |
Water Garden Festival Echter's Garden Center in Arvada; 303-424-7979. |
| June 11 |
Annual
Plant Swap and Sale -- Sponsored by the Colorado Water Garden
Society 2001 E. 58th Ave (1 mile east of I-25); Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or sold out); Early plant drop off is Sat. June 10 from 2 - 5 p.m.; For details on the plant swap please contact Jim Arneill at 303-843-9619 or Cyndie Thomas at 303-755-1885. |
| June 15 | Hudson
Gardens' 10th Birthday Celebration Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Time: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Free admission and refreshments; 303-797-8565 |
| June 16 - 18 |
The Rocky Mountain District of the
American Rose Society Rose Show and Convention McKee Medical Center Conference Center, 2000 N. Boise Ave., Loveland; Hosted by the Loveland Rose Society; Rose Show: on Saturday only, Time: 1 - 5 p.m.; open to the public. For details contact Joe or Faith Muzy at 970-635-9225 or email jmuzy@earthlink.net. |
| June 17 - 18 | Bonsai Show & Sale --
Sponsored by the Rocky Mountain Bonsai Society Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sat. and 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sun.; 303-428-6230 |
| June 17 - 18 |
Father's Day Weekend Family Fun
Days Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Games, a concert, and more; See www.tagawagardens.com for details; 303-690-4722 |
| June 19 |
Free
Day Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| GARDEN AND HOME SHOWS |
| GARDEN TOURS |
| June 3 - 4 |
15th Annual Grand Valley Garden Tour Location: Six gardens, including a local orchard, in the Grand Junction area Tickets: $10, $12 days of tour; Tickets may be purchased at the WCBG Botanica Gift Shop and other locations. Information: Please see www.wcbotanic.org or call 970-245-3288. |
| June 3 - 4 |
Pueblo Xeriscape Garden Tour Location: gardens in Pueblo on June 3 and gardens in Pueblo West on June 4 Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Maps: Available at local nurseries and garden centers Information: www.secwcd.org or call 719-948-2023 |
| June 4 |
The Eccentric Artists' Garden Tour Location: 14 gardens in Boulder Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tickets: The tour is free; A guidebook is available for $12 at Boulder Public Library Espress-Oh! Bar on the Bridge, Boulder Arts & Crafts Co-op, Sturtz & Copeland Information: www.eccentricartistsgardens.com |
| June 10 |
Pat Baker's Rock Garden Tour The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $10 members, $15 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 10 |
Enchanted Gardens of Northwest
Denver Garden Tour Location: Gardens in northwest Denver Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Rain date is June 11, Noon - 4 p.m.) Tickets: $15 available online or at 4140 Tejon on the day of the tour Information: www.conflictcenter.org and 303-433-4983 Benefits: The Conflict Center, which serves families, schools, businesses and communities in dealing with conflict and anger management. |
| June 10 - 11 |
Arvada Xeriscape Garden Tour Location: Six gardens in Arvada Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tickets: $15, available at King Soopers Information: www.coloradogardenclubs.org Benefits: The Colorado Federation of Garden Clubs |
| June 16 - 17 |
Longmont Symphony Guild's 29th Annual Garden Tour: Festival of
Flowers Location: 4 gardens in Longmont Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tickets: Advance tickets are $10 from May 15 - June 15, Day of event: $12; Tickets may be purchased at The Flower Bin, Twin Peaks Mall Information Booth, Garden Gift Shop and Duran's Hobby Acres. Benefits: The Longmont Symphony Orchestra Guild |
| June 17 |
Park Hill Garden Tour Location: 10 gardens in North East Denver Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tickets: $8 in advance, $10 day of tour, Seniors $5, Children under 18 free. Information: 303-388-0918 Benefits: The Greater Park Hill Community, Inc. |
| June 17 |
Junior League Terrace and Garden Tour Location: gardens in southern section of Fort Collins Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tickets: $15 Information: www.jlweb.org/fortcollins and 970-224-0430 Benefits: The programs of the Junior League of Fort Collins |
| June 17 |
4th Annual Washington Park Garden Tour Location: Washington Park area of Denver Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 day of tour; Tickets may be purchased by calling 303-639-9110 or online. Information: www.dpfcf.org Benefits: The Diana Price-Fish Cancer Foundation |
| June 24 |
Water-Smart Gardening Tours --
Co-sponsored by Denver Botanic Gardens and Denver Water Horticulturist-led Garden Tours at Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9:15 and 10:15 a.m. Off-Site Garden Tours, Time: 12:30 - 3 p.m. Fee: $10 Members, $12 Non-members, $15 day of event Information: www.botanicgardens.org or call 720-865-3580 Lecture in conjunction with the water-smart garden tours: Bonfils-Stanton Lecture: "Design Inspiration for a Water-Smart Garden" by Lauren Springer Ogden Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 11 a.m.; One horticulturist-led tour and private garden tour is included with this lecture registration. Fee: $16 members, $21 nonmembers with pre-registration, a $10 late fee on day of event; 720-865-3580 |
| June 24 - 25 |
Boulder-Longmont Xeriscape
Garden Tour Location: Six gardens in the Boulder-Longmont area Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tickets: $15, available at King Soopers Information: www.coloradogardenclubs.org Benefits: The Colorado Federation of Garden Clubs |
| Buds -to-Blooms
Garden Tour Series with Denver Parks and Recreation Guided Flowerbed Tours: Learn about planting and growth techniques and flowerbed care. Transportation will be provided for all guided flowerbed tours. Time: 9 a.m. - Noon Fee: Single Flower tour: $15 Adults, $7 Seniors & Youth (5 - 12) Bouquet Package: $40 Adults, $21 Seniors & Youth (5 - 12) -- 3 tour deal Information: To register or for more information call 720-913-0739. |
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| July 29 | The Marigold Tour: Features Washington Park, Ruby Hill, Harvard Gulch State House, Eisenhower, Bible Park, Garland Park and other points of interest.. |
| Aug. 5 | The Rose Tour: Features Alamo Placita Park, Cheesman Park, Cranmer Park, Central Park Stapleton, Montbello Civic Center, Village Place, Bluff Lake and other points of interest. |
| Aug. 12 | The Geranium Tour: Features Sloan's Lake, Inspiration Point, Berkeley Park, Viking Park, Centennial Gardens, Confluence Park, Shoemaker Plaza, Commons Park and other points of interest. |
| Oct. 21 | "Putting the Beds to Bed" Volunteer Event -- Free |
| CLASSES/LECTURES |
| Please note: Classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information. | |
| June 1 & 8 |
"Botanical Drawing I - Pencil"
by Denise Newberry The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $25 members, $30 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 3 |
"What's Bugging Your Roses"
by Lynn Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m.- Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| June 3 |
"Weed Back Pain out of Gardening"
by Chris Price of Body Images
Physical Therapy Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| June 3 |
"Grand Mesa Wildflowers" Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10:30 a.m. - Noon; Fee: $20 members, $25 non-members; 970-245-3288 |
| June 3 |
"Growing Carnivorous
Plants" by
Lisa Rivera Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 9 - 10:30 a.m.; For adults and kids ages 10 & up; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| June 3 |
"Weeds" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| June 3 |
"Natives Drink Less! And So
Do Xeric Adapted Plants: Water Conscious Gardening" Fossil Creek Nursery in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m.; Reservations recommended. Call 970-226-4924 |
| June 3 |
"New Plants for Boulder
Gardens" by Panayoti Kelaidis Harlequin's Gardens; Time: 2:30 p.m.; 303-939-9403 |
| June 3 |
"Irrigation Basics" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 9 a.m.; Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| June 3 |
"Practical Lawn Care" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 11 a.m.; Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| June 3 & 4 |
"Trough Garden Construction"
by Karen Lehrer The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.; This class will be held at Laporte Avenue Nursery. Advance reservations required. Fee (including trough-making materials): $55 members, $60 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 4 |
"The Backyard Water Garden" Fossil Creek Nursery in Fort Collins; Time: 2 - 3:30 p.m.; Reservations recommended. Call 970-226-4924 |
| June 4 |
"Herbal Gifts for Men --
Great Father's Day Gifts"
by Christina Blume, Herbalist Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.; Take home a bottle of aftershave, foot soak and a massage oil; Fee: $25; 303-690-4722 |
| June 6 |
"Fragrant Plants - Xeric, Native
and Otherwise Irresistible"
by Allison Sheldon The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $15 members, $20 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 6, 13, 20 & 27 |
"Read and Seed" The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.; For children ages 4 - 6. Fee: $2.50 per session or $10 for 5 sessions; Reservations required; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 6 |
"Creative Landscape Design" --
by Susan Dawson (garden
art), Zach Johnson (garden rooms) and Sue Kenny (backyard wildlife habitat) CSU Plant Environmental Research Center, 630 West Lake St. in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Fee: $5 per session or $10 for three sessions of the Twilight Garden Series on 6/6, 6/20 and 7/11. 970-491-7019 |
| June 7 |
"Bizzness Buzz: Low Maintenance
Container Gardens" Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| June 7 |
"Automated Drip Irrigation
Systems for Container Gardens"
by Stephanie Selig The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; a Light & Lively Brown Bag Lunch Series class; Free; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 10 |
"Composting" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| June 10 |
"Learn
to Compost" (Worm composting workshop) Denver Backyard Composting Demonstration Site at Denver Urban Gardens' Gove Community Garden, 13th Ave. & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.; Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810. |
| June 10 |
"Getting Rid of Algae in Your
Pond" Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 a.m.- Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| June 10 |
"A New Wave of Color: Not Your
Mother's Petunias"
by Susan Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| June 10 |
"The Amber Wave -- Ornamental
Grasses for Northern Front Range Gardens" Fossil Creek Nursery in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m.; Reservations recommended. Call 970-226-4924 |
| June 10 |
"Build a Pond: Hands-On
Workshop" Echter's Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Learn how to build a pond by participating in building one. Fee: $50, includes lunch; Registration required; 303-424-7979. |
| June 10 & 17 |
"Stepping Stones" Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 - 11 a.m.; A two-session class; Fee: $35 members, $45 non-members; 970-245-3288 |
| June 11 |
"10 Things NOT to Do in Your
Landscape"
by Craig Miller, Urban Forester Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| June 11 |
"Keeping the Pond Healthy and
Happy"
by Chris Woodburn Echter's Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 2 - 3 p.m.; 303-424-7979. |
| June 11 |
"Mountain Gardening:
Obstacles, Microclimates and Plants" by Sandy Cruz Harlequin's Gardens; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee: $10; 303-939-9403 |
| June 12 |
Janet Marinelli, Editor of
PLANT: The Ultimate Visual Reference to the Plants and Flowers of the World Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Fee: $10 members, $14 non-members; Register online at www.botanicgardens.org or call 720-865-3580. |
| June 13 |
"Cooking with Edible Flowers"
by Sue Oberle The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $30 members, $35 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 14 |
"Bizzness Buzz: Selecting
Annuals to Plant in Sun & Shade" Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| June 14 & 28 |
"Garden Journeys" The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 4 -5 p.m.; For ages 6 - 12; Healthy snacks, art, music, science and all around plant fun; reservations required; Fee: $5 per session or $22.50 for 5 sessions; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 17 |
Neighborhood Compost Seminar West Washington Park Community Garden (Central Denver), 201 Grant St., Denver; Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810 or emailing DenverRecycles@ci.denver.co.us. |
| June 17 |
"Grey Kitty Junior Naturalist:
Planting a Tomato & Herb Garden with Dad"
by Miss Kris & Miss Lynne Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m.- 11:30; 303-690-4722 |
| June 17 |
"Bonsai for Dads --- and
Everyone"
by Dee Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 2 - 3 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| June 17 |
"Xeriscape Basics" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 9 a.m.; Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| June 17 |
"Gardening with Deer and
Rabbits" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 10:30 a.m.; Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| June 17 |
Fort Collins Xeriscape
Demonstration Garden Events and Tours with Master Gardeners City Hall West, 300 LaPorte Ave. in Fort Collins; Tours of the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden: Time: 9 - 10 a.m. and 12 - 1 p.m. Program: "Xeriscape: Good Grief It's Gorgeous" by Jim Knopf; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon in the City Council Chambers For information contact Laurie D'Audney at 970-221-6877. |
| June 18 |
"Best New Perennials
for Your Garden" by
Kelly Grummons Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 9 a.m.; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| June 19 & 26 |
"Botanical Drawing I - Pencil"
by Denise Newberry The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $25 members, $30 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 20 |
"Growing Edibles" --
by Cecil Stushnoff (fruit
varieties), Frank Stonaker (vegetables) and Sally Nelson (culinary herbs) CSU Plant Environmental Research Center, 630 West Lake St. in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Fee: $5 per session or $10 for three sessions of the Twilight Garden Series on 6/6, 6/20 and 7/11. 970-491-7019 |
| June 22 - 24 |
"Composing Colorado
Landscapes: Creating a Sense of Place in the Home Garden" Colorado State University Campus in Fort Collins; Optional tours on Thursday for an additional fee; Keynote address and classes on Friday and Saturday; Register early -- space is limited and a $40 late fee applies as of June 1. Please see www.cmg.colostate.edu/composing.html for information on speakers, class topics, fees, schedule, etc. |
| June 24 |
"Irrigation Check-Up" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| June 24 |
"Making a Miniature Fantasy or
Fairy Garden: A Project for Mothers & Children" Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m.- Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| June 24 |
"Introduction to Perennial
Gardening"
by Ginger Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| June 24 |
"As the Vine Twines"
by Harriet McMillan Echter's Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 303-424-7979. |
| June 24 |
"Backyard Butterflies"
by Bob Chavez Echter's Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 3 - 4:30 p.m.; All ages welcome; 303-424-7979. |
| June 24 & 25 |
"Xeric Groundcovers"
by Mikl Brawner Harlequin's Gardens; Time: 1 p.m.; 303-939-9403 |
| June 25 |
"Learn
to Compost" Denver Backyard Composting Demonstration Site at Denver Urban Gardens' Gove Community Garden, 13th Ave. & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Time: 2 - 4 p.m.; Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810. |
| June 25 |
"Scents and Scentsibility"
by Betsy Lehndorff, garden columnist for the Rocky Mountain News Echter's Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 2 - 3 p.m.; 303-424-7979. |
| June 25 |
"Herbal Container Gardens"
by Tehya Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| June 27 |
"Recycled Paper-Making with
Garden Botanicals" by
Lisa Spindler The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $20 members, $25 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| June 27 |
Private Tour of Robert Wick
Sculpture Exhibit Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; A meeting of the Lakewood Garden Club; A limited number of guests may participate; For information call 303-233-0836. |
| NOTE:
Denver
Botanic Gardens Center for
Continuing Education offers numerous classes throughout the year. You
will find something for everyone -- adults, families, and kids. Call
720-865-3610 to request a free catalog of classes or visit www.botanicgardens.org. Hudson Gardens in Littleton also offers classes throughout the year in conjunction with the Community Education Department of Arapahoe Community College. Please see www.hudsongardens.org for information. |
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| LOOKING AHEAD | |
| July - Mondays, Thursdays & Saturdays |
Docent
Tours of Betty
Ford Alpine Gardens Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail. Time: 10:30 a.m. on Mon., Thurs. and Sat.; For information call 970-476-0103. |
| July 2 |
Free
Sunday Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| July 5 |
"An Alpine Gardener's
Journey to the Pyrenees"
by Kirk Fieseler The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; a Light & Lively Brown Bag Lunch Series class; Free; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| July 7 |
Free Day
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 303-973-3705 |
| July 8 |
"Rock Gardening" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| July 8 |
"Learn
to Compost" Denver Backyard Composting Demonstration Site at Denver Urban Gardens' Gove Community Garden, 13th Ave. & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.; Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810. |
| July 8 - 9 |
Colorado Springs Xeriscape
Garden Tour Location: Six gardens in the Colorado Springs area Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tickets: $15, available at King Soopers Information: www.coloradogardenclubs.org Benefits: The Colorado Federation of Garden Clubs |
| July 8 & 24 |
"Botanical Notecards"
by Denise Newberry of DNL Designs The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on July 8 and 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. on July 24; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $50 members, $55 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| July 9 |
Free
Day Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| July 11 |
"Summer Garden Bouquets"
by Judy Boggs of Paul Woods Florist The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $25 members, $30 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| July 11 |
"Yard Makeovers" --
by Jim Klett (trees &
shrubs), Michele Probavaznik (perennial division) and Tony Koski (lawn
renovation) CSU Plant Environmental Research Center, 630 West Lake St. in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Fee: $5 per session or $10 for three sessions of the Twilight Garden Series on 6/6, 6/20 and 7/11. 970-491-7019 |
| July 11, 18 & 25 |
"Read and Seed" The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.; For children ages 4 - 6. Fee: $2.50 per session or $10 for 5 sessions; Reservations required; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| July 12 & 26 |
"Garden Journeys" The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 4 -5 p.m.; For ages 6 - 12; Healthy snacks, art, music, science and all around plant fun; reservations required; Fee: $5 per session or $22.50 for 5 sessions; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| July 13 |
12th Annual Birdhaus Bash Garden Party and
Auction Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 5:30 - 9 p.m.; Fee: Members $30, Non-members $40, Children (15 & under) $5; 720-865-3533. |
| July 15 |
10th Annual Open Garden
and Daylily Sale The Cat Lady's Garden, 15643 East 35th Place in Aurora, near I-70 and Chambers Road; Time: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Hosted by Glenn and Karen Shultz to benefit The Cat Care Society; This is an American Hemerocallis Society Display Garden; 303-366-9689. |
| July 15 |
"Caring for Turf" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| July 15 |
Neighborhood Compost Seminar Lowell Community Garden (West Denver), 1500 Lowell Blvd., Denver; Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810 or emailing DenverRecycles@ci.denver.co.us. |
| July 16 |
"Pruning for Strength,
Health and Beauty"
by Mikl Brawner Harlequin's Gardens; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee: $10; 303-939-9403 |
| July 17 |
"Sumptuous Salads from the
Garden" by Dianne
Moeller The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $20 members, $25 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| July 22 |
"Water Harvesting" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| July 22 |
Water-Wise Garden Party Denver Water's Xeriscape Demonstration Garden, 1600 W. 12th Ave., Denver; Time: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Self-guided tours, guided tours, experts to answer questions, refreshments; 303-628-6343. |
| July 22 - 23 |
"Creative Hand Lettering for
Botanical Artworks and the Garden Sketchbook"
by Renee Jorgensen The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $47 members, $52 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| July 23 |
"Learn
to Compost" Denver Backyard Composting Demonstration Site at Denver Urban Gardens' Gove Community Garden, 13th Ave. & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Time: 2 - 4 p.m.; Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810. |
| July 23 |
"Pruning for Strength,
Health and Beauty"
by Mikl Brawner Harlequin's Gardens; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee: $10; 303-939-9403 |
| July 29 |
"Attracting Wildlife" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| July 29 |
"Drip to Save Water and
Save Plants"
by Alison Peck Harlequin's Gardens; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee: $10; 303-939-9403 |
| July 29 |
"Water Features Spring Eternal"
by Bud Kiebler of BRD Landscapes Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; Register at www.botanicgardens.org or at 720-865-3580. |
| July 29 - 30 |
Iris Sale -- Sponsored by
the American Iris Society, Region 20 Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sat. and 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Sun., 303-797-8565 |