Helpful Local Links
Want to learn something new? Below are some wonderful gardens to visit for inspiration as well as some local organizations that help further garden-related knowledge. One of the best resources in our area is the Colorado State University Extension Service (research-based gardening information).
Local Gardening Organizations
Colorado Springs Orchid Society
Pikes Peak Beekeepers Association
Pikes Peak Bonsai Society
Meets at 6pm on the 2nd Thursday each month. Bring your tree to:
CSFD #14, 1875 Dublin Blvd (Dublin & Academy)
Contact: David Kuntz 719.352.1593
Rocky Mountain Bonsai Society (Denver)
Pikes Peak Mycological Society
Pikes Peak Water Garden Society
Sustainable Educational Experience (S.E.E) Sustainable Educational Experience, is a non-profit that seeks to offer education and connection for our community. SEE headquarters are located on The Shire at Old Ranch, an ecological wonderland for regeneration and home to an outdoor classroom and community learning.
Public Gardens in the Area:
Colorado Springs Xeriscape Demonstration Garden (Mesa Road)
Horticultural Art Society Demonstration Gardens
And a little further away...
Colorado State University Field Trial Gardens (Fort Collins) - pictured
Cheyenne Wyoming Children's and Botanic Gardens (Cheyenne, WY)