Girlfriends Night Out - A Party with a Purpose Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time:
5 - 8 p.m.; Enjoy an evening of food and wine sampling, music and fun
shopping in the greenhouses, special discounts and more. This event benefits
Hope House of Colorado, empowering teenage moms to achieve personal and
economic self-sufficiency for themselves and their children. See
www.hopehouseofcolorado.org for more
information. Tickets are $20 and include 2 complimentary drinks (beer or
wine) from the
bar; Call 303-424-7979 to reserve your ticket. Tickets should be purchased in
advance.
Apr. 14
Designer Days
Fossil
Creek Nursery
in Fort Collins; Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Fee: $45 donation that will
go to Pathways Children's Healing Garden; Meet one-on-one for 45 minutes
with an expert from Alpine Gardens; Reservations required; See website for
details or call
970-226-4924.
Apr. 21
North American Rock Garden Society and Colorado
Native Plant Society Show & Sale Denver
Botanic Gardens,;
Time: 9 am - 3 pm; Free with paid admission to the Gardens; 720-865-3501
Spring Open House
Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort
Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Booths, entertainment, activities for kids
and more; See
www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-1984.
Northern Colorado Annual Spring Home and Garden Show
Location: Larimer County Fairgrounds - First National Bank Exhibition Hall
Time: Noon - 5 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. -
4 p.m. on Sunday
Fee: Free
Information:
www.mile-high-productions.com
GARDEN
TOURS
Ongoing to April 13
Self Guided Snowshoe - Garden
Tree Trail
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
in Vail; Days: Monday - Saturday; Time: 10 am - 4 pm; Enjoy hot chocolate
and drop-in activities in the Education Center; Free use of snowshoes and
poles; Donations welcome; For information see website or call
970-476-0103.
Ongoing on Thursdays thru April 12
Guided Snowshoe - Garden Tree
Trail
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
in Vail; Day: Thursdays; Time: 10:30 am - 12 pm; Walks will be led by a
guide from BFAG; Enjoy hot chocolate and drop-in activities in the Education
Center; Fee: $5; Advance registration required; For information see website or call
970-476-0103.
May 28 - Ongoing
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail
Guided Tours: Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays at
10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day. Fee: $5 per person. For information see
www.bettyfordalpinegardens.org or call 970-476-0103.
NOTES:
Denver
Botanic Gardens Center for Continuing
Education offers numerous classes throughout the year. You
will find something for everyone -- adults, families, and kids. For
information on classes visit
www.botanicgardens.org. Tagawa Gardens offers many classes for both adults and children.
Because the list is so extensive they are listed here only occasionally.
Please see
www.tagawagardens.com.
Ongoing
Read and Seed
The Gardens on Spring Creek
in Fort Collins; Time: 10 - 10:45 a.m. or 11 - 11:45 a.m. on Mondays
and Tuesdays; A drop-in program for 2 - 4 year olds; Story time plus a
hands-on activity; Parents are asked to participate; Fee: $3 per child; See
http://fcgov.com/horticulture
for information on weekly topics; 970-416-2486.
Apr. 7
"Just Drip It!
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 am - 12 p.m.;
Fee: $10; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
Apr. 7
"Growing Tomatoes and Peppers with Ease" by Jon
Weiss
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.;
Fee: $18; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
Apr. 7
"Succession Planting" by Tracey parrish
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
Apr. 7
"Growing Edibles in Your Garden" by Betty Cahill Paulino Gardens,
6300 N. Broadway in Denver; Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.; To register
call 303-429-8062
Apr. 7
"Native Trees & Shrubs" by Scott Skogerboe Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 7
"Perennials for Pollinators" by Matt
Cunningham Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 7
"Xeriscape Gardening" by David Winger Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 3 - 4 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 7
"Designing with Native Plants for Pollinators" a CoNPS
workshop presented by Jim Tolstrup
High Plains Environmental Center, 2698 Bluestem Willow Dr., Loveland; Time:
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Fee: $45 for non-members of the CO Native Plant Society;
For details and to register please see
https://conps.org/mfm-event-calendar.
Apr. 7
"Tackling the Challenges of Colorado Soils"
by Eric Blewitt
Fossil
Creek Nursery
in Fort Collins; Time: 10 - 11 a.m.; Free; Reservations required. Call
970-226-4924
Apr. 7
"How to Start Your Vegetables & Flowers from
Seeds" by David Burnside, Botanical Interests Sturtz & Copeland
Florist & Greenhouse
in Boulder; Time: 11 am; Free; Call 303-442-6663 to register.
Apr. 8
"A Rose is a Rose is a Rose" by Peggy
Williams Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 8
"The Fruit of the Garden" by Curtis Utley Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 3 - 4 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 8
"Designing with Natives" by Mikl Brawner
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee $15 Wild Ones members,
non-members $20; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
Apr. 9
"Pond in a Pot" by Robert Lamm Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 6 - 7 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 10
"Orchids: Exotic, but Easy" by Kent Gordon Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 6 - 7 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 11
"Protein + Purple: Healthy Cooking with
Chef Elizabeth Buckingham Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 6 - 7 p.m.;
Free; Registration required; 303-424-7979
Apr. 14
"Uncommon and Underused Perennials" by Sherry
Fuller
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 am - 12 p.m.;
Fee: $10; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
Apr. 14
"Beekeeping in Spring" by Dr. Tom Cavanagh
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.;
Fee: $18; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
Apr. 14
"Edible Landscaping" by Alison Peck
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 10 a.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
Apr. 14
"What to Do About the Japanese Beetle Invasion"
by Katie McAllister
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
Apr. 14
"To Bee or Not to Bee: Beekeeping for
Beginners" by David Baker Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 14
"The Prettiest Containers in the
Neighborhood" by Krystal Keistler-Hawley Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 14
"Hanging Basket Demonstration" by Barb
Isaacson and Chris Doolittle Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 3 - 4 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 15
"Dig into Vegetable Gardening" by Betty
Cahill Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 15
"The Plant Doctor Is In" by Harriett
McMillan Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 3 - 4 p.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 15
"Classic Miniature Gardening"
Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort
Collins; Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm; Fee:
$40 per spot, includes materials; For
adults and a child accompanied by an adult; Register for this class online
at
www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-1984.
Apr. 15
"New Roses & How to Grow Them" by Dave Ingram Paulino Gardens,
6300 N. Broadway in Denver; Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.; To register
call 303-429-8062
Apr. 15
"Create a Perennial Food Forest" by David Bailey
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 10 a.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
Apr. 15
"Organic Lawn Care" by Mikl Brawner
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
Apr. 21
"New Technologies in Irrigation" by Eric Olson
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 am - 12 p.m.;
Fee: $10; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
Apr. 21
"Rain Barrels 101" by Pamela Churman
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.;
Fee: $10; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
Apr. 21
"Vegetable Gardening 101" by Chris
Doolittle Echter's
Garden Center in Arvada; Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 303-424-7979
Apr. 21
"Caring
for Your Colorado Landscape" by Brandon Barch
Fossil
Creek Nursery
in Fort Collins; Time: 10 - 11 a.m.; Free; Reservations required. Call
970-226-4924
Apr. 21
"Native Bees for the Youngsters! Session 1
- by Jessica Goldstrohm
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 10 a.m.; Fee $20 for one parent and
child, $5 per extra child; A hands-on class - you will build a Leaf Cutter
Bee house; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
Apr. 21
"Growing Great Peppers on the Front Range" by
Mimi Yanus
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
"Beautiful Low Water Plants" by Betty Cahill Paulino Gardens,
6300 N. Broadway in Denver; Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.; To register
call 303-429-8062
Apr. 22
"Mushroom Cultivation and Identification" by
Zach Hedstrom
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Fee $50; You will do 2
hands-on activities and receive a handout packet; Bring lunch; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
Apr. 22
"Introduction to Planting Annuals, Perennials,
Trees and Shrubs" by Jason Shimmel Sturtz & Copeland
Florist & Greenhouse
in Boulder; Time: 8:30 am; Free; Call 303-442-6663 to register.
Apr. 28
"Growing a Cut Flower Garden" by Roger Heins
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 am - 12 p.m.;
Fee: $18; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
Apr. 28
"Wild Wines" by Richard Bender
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.;
Fee: $30; Tasting included - must be 21 years of age or older; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
Apr. 28
"Rose Pruning Demonstration & Workshop" by
Denver Rose Society
Jeffco Detention Center, 200 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden; Time: 9:30
am - 12:30 pm; Rain/snow date is May 5th. See
www.denverrosesociety.org.
"Fearless Rose Pruning" by Eve Reshetnik
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
May 5
"Vintage Garden Tea" with Joann & Cadie Berrian
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.;
Fee: $30 adults, $15 child (12 years & up); Enjoy teas and treats inspired
and sourced by the Gardens; Take home recipes; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
May 6
"Best Fruit Trees for Colorado" by Mikl Brawner
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
May 9
Drop-In: "Meet the Rose Gardeners"
Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Time: 9:00 -
10:00 a.m. Fee: Free; Observe, question and get advice from members of the
Denver Rose Society; 303.797.8565
Ext. 306
May 11 - 12
Spring Plant Sale Denver
Botanic Gardens,;
8 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday; Free admission to
the Gardens and plant sale; 720-865-3501
May 12
"Rainwater Harvesting" by Allison Peck
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 10 a.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
May 12
Plant Sale and Antique & Artisan Market
presented by Loveland Garden Club
All Saint's Episcopal Church, 3448 N. Taft, Loveland; Time: 9 am - 2 pm;
Annuals, perennials, vegetable starts, herbs, silent auction, live music,
garage sale, bake sale, vintage garden collectibles, artisan market.
970-342-9341
May 12 - 13
Spring Plant Sale
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 9 a.m. - 4
p.m. on Saturday and 12 - 5 p.m. on Sunday; This event supports horticulture
programs at CSU, Front Range Community College, High Plains Environmental
Center, CSU Forest Service and The Gardens on Spring
Creek; See website for details; 970-416-2486
May 14
"Early Spring Maintenance & Dividing
Workshop"
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
in Vail; Time: 10 am - 12 pm; Free; Come prepared if you plan to work
(gloves, clothes); For information see website or call
970-476-0103.
Bloomapalooza Butterfly
Pavilion & Insect Center,
in Westminster; Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Indoor/outdoor events for the whole
family: ladybug releases, plant sale, plant petting zoo and other fun garden
activities; Standard admission fees; See
www.butterflies.org for details.
May 19
"Growing Food 101: Grow a Thriving Food Garden"
by Andrea Vanderbilt
The Gardens on Spring
Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 am - 12 p.m.;
Fee: $18; Call 970-416-2486 to register or register
online.
May 19
Drop-In: "Meet the Beekeeper"
Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Time: 9:30 -
11:30 a.m. Fee: Free; Observe beekeepers managing their hives, ask questions and get advice; 303.797.8565
Ext. 306
May 19
17th Annual Great Sale of Organic Garden Plants
- presented by Front Range Organic Gardeners (FROG)
St. John's Lutheran Church and School, 700 S. Franklin St., Denver 80209;
(Across from Washington Park, enter from east side)Time: 9 am - 1 pm;
Payment: CASH only; See
www.gardenFROG.org.
May 19
"Combating Climate Change in Your Garden" by
Elizabeth Black
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 10 a.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
May 19
"Container/Raised Beds Gardening" by Twyla Lynch
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 1 p.m.; Fee $15; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
May 25
Butterflies at Chatfield Opens Denver
Botanic Gardens Chatfield
Farms in Littleton;
Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Fee: $4 Adult, Child, Senior, Ages 2 and under
free, plus $5 parking fee per vehicle; Discounts for members; 720.865.4346
May 25 & 26
"Trough Planting Workshop"
by Domenique Turnbull
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
in Vail; Time: 10 am - 4 pm; Domenique will be teaching you how to plant
your own trough. Troughs will be available for sale; For information see website or call
970-476-0103.
May 25 - June 1
Plant Sale
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens
in Vail; Time: 9 am - 5 pm; For information see website or call
970-476-0103.
May 26
"Native Bees for the Youngsters! Session 2
(A repeat of the April 21st class) - by Jessica Goldstrohm
Harlequin's Gardens,
4795 N. 26th St. in Boulder; Time: 10 a.m.; Fee $20 for one parent and
child, $5 per extra child; A hands-on class - you will build a Leaf Cutter
Bee House; Pre-register by calling
303-939-9403
May 27
"Techniques for Keeping Your Shrubs Looking
Their Best" by Jason Shimmel Sturtz & Copeland
Florist & Greenhouse
in Boulder; Time: 8:30 am; Free; Call 303-442-6663 to register.
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