MAY 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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MAY 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 |
| Apr. 20 - Oct. 31 |
Exhibit: Living Bronze
Sculptures by Robert Wick Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: Regular garden hours; 720-865-3544 |
| May 1 |
Free
Day Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| May 5 |
Free Day
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 303-973-3705 |
| May 5 - 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. |
| May 6 |
Bloomin' Deals Plant & Craft
Sale Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| May 6 - 7 |
Echter's Rose Celebration Echter’s Greenhouse & Gardens in Arvada, Experienced rosarians from the Denver Rose Society will be on hand to advise in the selection of your roses; 303-424-7979 |
| May 7 |
Free
Sunday Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| May 12 - 13 |
Annual
Plant Sale Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Fri.. and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sat. |
| May 13 -14 |
24th Annual Mother's Day Weekend
Spring Open House Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Refreshments, entertainment, and special offers; 303-690-4722 |
| May 15 - 20 |
Plant Conservation Week Butterfly Pavilion & Insect Center in Westminster, Special events daily; 303-469-5441 Daily garden tours at 10 a.m., Daily storytime for kids at 11 a.m., Daily talks at 1:30 p.m. (For topics please see www.butterflies.org and click on Plant Conservation Week & Plant Sale); Daily conservatory tours at 2:30 p.m.; Additional activities on Thursday & Saturday. |
| May 17 |
Butterfly Launch Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail. Time: 11:30 a.m.; For information call 970-476-0103. |
| May 18 |
Auction & Sale of Organic Garden
Plants Denver Presbytery Hall, 1700 S. Grand St. in Denver; Time: 6:30 Sale of pre-priced common varieties, 7:30 p.m. Auction of specialty and heirloom varieties; Presented by Front Range Organic Gardeners (FROG); Tomatoes, peppers, flowers, vines, groundcover, shrubs and berries; For information call 303-744-7871 or visit www.coauctioneers.org. (Click on Auctions, then on May 18.) |
| May 20 |
Annual
Plant Sale Butterfly Pavilion & Insect Center in Westminster, Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 303-469-5441 |
| May 20 |
Koi Auction Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Fish and merchandise for fish ponds; Offered in partnership with the Rocky Mountain Koi Club; 303-797-8565 |
| May 20 -21 |
Celebrating Wildflowers Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Educational activities, coloring books for kids, posters, pamphlets and more; 720-865-3544 |
| May 20 -21 | Boulder County
Master Gardener/Growing Gardens Plant Sale Public Health Building parking lot, corner of Iris & Broadway, Boulder; Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; See www.bcmg.colostate.edu/eve.shtml for details. |
| GARDEN AND HOME SHOWS |
| GARDEN TOURS |
| Buds -to-Blooms Garden Tour Series with Denver Parks and Recreation | |
| May 6 | City Spring
Greenhouse Tour: Hear a lecture and see the greenhouse that produces
over 205,000 plants for more than 630 flower beds. Free; To register or for
more information call 720-913-0739. 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. |
| 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. | |
| May 1, 8 & 15 |
"Home Xeriscape
Design" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 6 - 9 p.m.; This 3-evening course is for CSU customers only. Fee: $75; Pre-registration and pre-payment required. See www.csu.org for details. Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| May 2 |
"Roses in the Garden"
by Natali Steinberg Sturtz & Copeland Florist & Greenhouse in Boulder; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Fee $20; Call 303-442-6663 to register. |
| May 2 |
"Care and Maintenance of a Xeriscape"
by Susan Yetter Meadows Branch Library, 4800 Baseline Rd. in Boulder; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; For information see www.conservationcenter.org or call 303-441-3278. |
| May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 |
"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. |
| May 3 |
"Bizzness Buzz: Care &
Maintenance of Office Houseplants"
by Tehya Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| May 3 |
"Do the 'Rot' Thing" Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Dr., Fort Collins; Time: 7 - 9 p.m.; Free; For more information please see www.fcgov.com/utilities/eps.php or call 970-221-6264. |
| May 4 |
"Shade Gardening"
by Beth Smerek Sturtz & Copeland Florist & Greenhouse in Boulder; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Fee: $20; Call 303-442-6663 to register. |
| May 6 |
"Grey Kitty Junior Naturalist:
Planting a Basket with Mom"
by Miss Kris & Miss Lynne Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m.; Kids & Moms (or other adult) learn how to plant a basket; Fee for materials used; 303-690-4722 |
| May 6 |
"Lucky Bamboo & Other Unusual
Plants" by Dee Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| May 6 |
"How to Make a Container Garden"
by annuals staff Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| May 6 |
"Gardening Techniques of
Containers" by Susan Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 2 - 3 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| May 6 |
"Houseplant Hospital" Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 - 11 a.m.; Fee: $20 members, $25 non-members; 970-245-3288 |
| May 6 |
"Moveable Plants & Windowsill
Magic -- Container Gardening" Fossil Creek Nursery in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m.; This is a hands-on class; Fee: $25; Reservations recommended. Call 970-226-4924 |
| May 6 |
"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. |
| May 6 |
"Shrub Roses: Paradise in
Bloom" by
Marilyn Raff Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| May 6 |
"Containers for Shade" by
Karen Haataja Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| May 6 |
"Ornamental Grasses" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| May 6 | "Best Trees &
Shrubs for Colorado Springs" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 9 a.m.; Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| May 6 | "Container
Gardening in Hot Spots!" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 10:30 a.m.; Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| May 7 |
"Sundays with Rob Proctor --
Design Tips and Inspirations" Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| May 7 |
"B.E.S.T. Plants for
Colorado Water Gardens (Bog, Emergent, Submerged,
Top-Floating)"
by Cyndie Thomas of the Colorado
Water Garden Society Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.; Members of the society will be available to answer questions following the talk; 303-690-4722 |
| May 7 |
"Rock Gardens in Troughs" by
Gwen Kelaidis Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| May 9 |
"Decorative Garden Pavers"
by Stephanie Selig of Patio
Plants Unlimited 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. |
| May 10 |
"Renovating an Existing
Landscape to a Xeriscape"
by Alison Peck Longmont Public Library, Meeting Room A & B, 409 4th Ave. in Longmont; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; For information see www.conservationcenter.org or call 303-441-3278. |
| May 10 & 24 |
"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. |
| May 11 | "Good Health
from Preserved Foods" by
Marina Poling The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $25 members, $30 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| May 13 |
"Birdhouse" Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 - 11 a.m.; Paint a real birdhouse for Mom; Fee: $25 members, $30 non-members (includes materials); 970-245-3288 |
| May 13 |
"The Multi-Uses of Annuals"
by Deb Genua from Welby Gardens Arapahoe Acres Nursery in Littleton, Time: 10 a.m.; Call 303-791-1660 to register. |
| May 13 |
"Kids' Class: Make
Your Own Mother's Day Gift for Mom!" by
Karen Haataja Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.; Ages 6 - 10; Fee: $10; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| May 13 |
"Inspiring Container
Plantings" by
Tom Peace Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| May 13 |
"Organic Vegetable
Gardening" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| May 15 & 22 | "An Overview of
Botanical Illustration"
by Denise Newberry The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $27 members, $32 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| May 16 | "Planting
Containers for Hot Spots"
-- sponsored by the Lakewood
Garden Club Golden Library, 1019 10th St., Golden; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; For information call 303-233-0836. |
| May 20 |
"Vines" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| May 20 |
"General Rose Care"
by Lynn Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| May 20 |
"Urban Gardening: Plant Material
for Small Spaces" by Susan Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| May 20 |
"Designing Small, Urban Garden
Spaces" by Carole Kastler
of Camelot Design Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| May 20 |
"Cooking with Herbs" Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 - 11 a.m.; Fee: $20 members, $25 non-members; 970-245-3288 |
| May 20 |
"Exceptional Roses for
Northern Front Range Gardens: Shrub Roses" Fossil Creek Nursery in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m.; Reservations recommended. Call 970-226-4924 |
| May 20 |
"Proven Plants for a
Tough Climate: Plant Select and High Country Gardens" by
Scott Preusser Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| May 20 |
"Indestructible
Plants for the Backyard Warrior" by
Diane Badertscher Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| May 20 | "The Scoop on
Dirt" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 9 a.m.; Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| May 20 | "Right
Plant, Right Place" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 10:30 a.m.; Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| May 21 |
"How to Kill a Tree"
by Craig Miller Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| May 21 |
"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. |
| May 24 |
Bonfils-Stanton
Lecture: "The Future of the Garden in America: Beyond the
Wilderness and the Lawn"
by Michael Pollan Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 7 p.m.; Fee: $16 members, $21 nonmembers with pre-registration; 720-865-3580 |
| May 27 |
"Plants for Your Water Garden"
by Dee Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| May 27 |
"Organic Vegetable Gardening
by Kris Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| May 27 |
"Origami" Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 - 11 a.m. for ages 6 - 10, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. for ages 11 and older; Fee: $20 members and $25 non-members (includes materials); 970-245-3288 |
| May 27 |
"Fragrance, Color & Style: Cut
Flowers Bring the Outdoors In" Fossil Creek Nursery in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m.; Reservations recommended. Call 970-226-4924 |
| May 27 |
"Xeriscape Workshop" Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District Office, 31717 United Ave., Pueblo; Time: 9 a.m. - Noon; Topics: How to Apply the Principles of Xeriscape to Your Landscape, Plants That Prosper in a Low Water Garden, and Water-Wise Irrigation. Call 719-948-2023 to register. |
| May 27 |
"Ornamental Grasses
for a Year Around Garden" by
Susan Yetter Timberline Gardens in Arvada; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; Fee: $5; Call 303-420-4060 to register. |
| May 28 |
"Photographic Garden Tour"
by Jan Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| May 31, June 3 & 12 | "Garden
Photography for 35mm and Digital Cameras"
by Britt Ripley The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:45 p.m. on May 31, 6 - 7:30 p.m. on June 3 and 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. on June 12; Advance reservations required. Fee (including photography workbook): $40 members, $45 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| 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 | |
| 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 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 |
"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 |
"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 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 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 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 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 4 |
Free
Sunday Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| 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 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 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 |
"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 |
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 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 |
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 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 |
"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 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. For details contact Joe or Faith Muzy at 970-635-9225 or email jmuzy@earthlink.net. |
| 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 |
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 |
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 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 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 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 |
Free
Day Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| 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 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 |
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 |
"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 & 25 |
"Xeric Groundcovers"
by Mikl Brawner Harlequin's Gardens; Time: 1 p.m.; 303-939-9403 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
"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. |