conservation & research

AS FEATURED AT THIS YEAR'S APGA MEETINGS

Coming soon to this page: PDF download of the "Proceedings of the Applied Plant Conservation Training Program, Week II: A Manual for Developing Conservation Programs." Bound, printed copies can be ordered today. Contact us at:
Research, Herbaria and Records Department
720-865-3593; Fax: 720-865-3683
rhr@botanicgardens.org

Denver Botanic Gardens is more than just a collection of beautiful flowers and plants - we're on the front lines in the fight against threats to floral biodiversity. Everyone from our staff of renowned scientists to volunteers helps employ cutting edge techniques to protect native and global species from threats such as habitat degradation, invasive species and climate change.

Plant collections - Living and Preserved (Herbaria)
Plant conservation
Invasive plant research
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Science at Denver Botanic Gardens
The incredible beauty of Colorado. Who is looking out for it? Who is protecting it? Watch this video and learn more about what the Gardens is doing to help.

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garden spotlight

Children's Secret Path at York Street

Especially for kids: Get your hands dirty in the soil station!

It's a fact: The alligator drum and giant amadinda are musical instruments made from plants.

Botanical interest: Children are encouraged to interact with plants, including smelling fragrant chives (Allium schoenoprasum), touching lamb’s ear (Stachys byzantina) and soft artemisia (Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Silver Mound’).

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for the kids

Looking for a fun way to entertain the kids on Saturdays or Sundays? Registration for Family Days at the Gardens is now open. Only $1 per child when you
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