James, Chatfield Farms' director of pest management, is also keen on water conservation and makes sure the greenhouse horticulturists follow best practices. #Caturday
Outdoor yoga classes are just around the corner! From traditional morning and evening sessions to Silent Disco Yoga and Violins, Vinyasa and Vino, we've got a lot of fun ways to stretch and strengthen in the Gardens. Registration includes admission to the Gardens! Members receive a discount.
A few highlights:
🍷 Vinyasa, Violins and Vino: select dates, May – Sept.
🌄 Sunset Yoga and Silent Disco: select dates, May – Sept.🧘 Summer Solstice Yoga: June 18
See you on the mat! Sign up via the link in our bio >> @denverbotanic
Coyote pup sighting at Chatfield Farms! 😍
Please keep your distance and do not disturb wildlife you may encounter while visiting.
Filmed by Lyss Goldpenny, native plant production specialist
Tickets for more than 400 classes at York Street, Chatfield Farms and Plains Conservation Center will go live on TODAY, May 12 at 10 a.m.!
Most classes take place in-person but there are some online offerings. Members receive a discount on all classes. Start learning via the link in our bio >>> @denverbotanic .
The roster of programs happening July - December includes:
✏️ School of Botanical Art & Illustration
🌻 Adult classes in gardening, culinary, herbalism, flower arranging, crafts and more
🧘 Adult health and wellness
🪷 Art and garden tours
For some, Mother’s Day is filled with happiness, and for others, it is filled with heartache. No matter your experience, we hope these raccoon kits in a tree at Chatfield Farms will make you smile. 🙂💕
Did you know, as of February 2025, Colorado has a state mushroom? 🍄🟫🤯
𝘈𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘴 𝘫𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘶𝘴 is a saprotrophic mushroom species, meaning it eats dead plant material such as leaf litter, sticks and woody debris. It grows in the southern Rocky Mountains under spruce. It is distinguished by its large size, brown cap scales and almond odor.
Initial discussion around a Colorado state mushroom began around 2021 by Alex Merryman, a volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens and member of the Colorado Mycological Society (CMS). Former CMS president Greg Sanchez then started to work with his Horizon High School civics class in Thornton, CO, on discussing the process for introducing a state mushroom. In the latter half of 2024, it was decided that 𝘈. 𝘫𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘶𝘴 would be the species proposed to Colorado General Assembly. After testimonies were shared on February 3, 2025 by a group of mycology enthusiasts, including the Gardens’ Andrew Wilson and Horizon High School students, the bill was approved by the House committee. @colomycosociety
Spring Plant Sale is this Fri-Sat, May 8-9, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 🪷🪴 🌼 🍅
It's GARDENING time!!! Well, after the snow storm leaves.🫠 All plant inventory is staying cozy inside until Thursday.
Shop from a huge selection of native perennials, PlantSelect, annuals, herbs, veggies, aquatics, houseplants and more. Admission is free but advance reservations are required. Morning slots are filling fast! Ticket link in our bio link >>> @denverbotanic
With the drought and water restrictions top of mind, we will have lots of hardy, low-water species! But remember, low-water plants still need once or twice weekly, deep watering the first growing season to get established. 😉
🌻 Tickets will not be available at the door.
🌻 Members receive 10% off all purchases.
🌻 Our expert horticulturists will be onsite to answer questions.
🌻 The Shop at the Gardens has a large selection of pots, garden tools, seeds, books and more!
@DenverWater will be onsite with resources about water restrictions.
VISITOR ALERT ‼️❄️
Due to the pending snow, York Street and Chatfield Farms will open late at 11 a.m. on Wed, May 6 to allow for snow and ice removal. Mordecai Children's Garden will be closed all day.
