Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver, Colorado

Botanical Garden

About

Denver Botanic Gardens is a renowned 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing botanical science, education, and conservation in the Rocky Mountain region. With multiple locations including the flagship York Street garden in Denver and Chatfield Farms in Littleton, the organization combines living plant collections, horticultural research, and community engagement to promote environmental stewardship. Through its comprehensive education programs, biodiversity research initiatives, and community science projects, Denver Botanic Gardens empowers visitors and gardeners to develop sustainable practices and deepen their connection to plants. The organization's water-wise resources and sustainable landscape services reflect its commitment to responsible environmental management, while its therapeutic horticulture and food programs demonstrate the multifaceted benefits of botanical knowledge for community wellbeing.

Programs

School of Botanical Art & Illustration
Adult Education Programs
Children & Family Programs
School and Teacher Programs
Community Science Programs
Horticultural Research
Biodiversity Research
Water-wise Resource Programs
Therapeutic Horticulture
Sustainable Landscape Services
Graduate Training & Internships
Library Programs
Trips & Travel
Summer Concert Series
Plant Exhibitions and Showcases

Focus Areas

Native PlantsWater-wise GardeningAlpine PlantsXeric LandscapingEducation