FALL 2021 A QUARTERLY MAGAZINE FOR MEMBERS OF DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS
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FALL 2021 A QUARTERLY MAGAZINE FOR MEMBERS OF DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS
Every now and then, I talk with a friend or colleague
who lives in an area I would describe as mono-
seasonal. How’s the weather? The same as it almost
always is. Not so in Colorado. We can have all four
ISSUE 4, 2021
seasons in a week! This is the place for big, bold shifts Denver Botanic Gardens
in conditions, which means of course that all living 1007 York St., Denver, CO 80206
things, especially plants, must be tough. Pre-purchased tickets and advance member passes only.
Through November 17, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.,
When it comes to seasons, put me down as an
last entry 3 p.m.
enthusiastic fan of autumn. Cooler nights, the colors and
November 18 – December 31, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.,
sounds—I love it all. One of autumn’s greatest gifts is
last entry 2 p.m.
the opportunity to showcase Chatfield Farms. The final
vegetable crops are harvested, thousands of pumpkins Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms
dot the landscape and perfectly sane people pay for a 8500 West Deer Creek Canyon Rd., Littleton, CO 80128
Pre-purchased tickets and advance member passes only.
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ticket to get lost in a cornfield.
9 a.m. – 5 p.m., last admission 4 p.m.
The team at Chatfield Farms works hard, really hard,
to prepare for autumn. Everything is on a vast scale, Chatfield Farms ......... 2-3 Contact Us
and heavily curated areas are split and surrounded by General Information: 720-865-3500
Volunteers ................. 3
carefully restored natural zones. Between Corn Maze Class Registration: 720-865-3580
and Pumpkin Festival, an eager crowd arrives in larger Special Events ........... 4-5 Donations: 720-865-3528
numbers every year to partake in the fun. Gift Shop: 720-865-3595
The Shop at the
Each decade of Chatfield Farms’ story – since the Membership Services: 720-865-3525
Gardens ................... 5
Gardens took over management of the land in 1973 Private Events: 720-865-3551
– has brought new wonders and opportunities. This Plant Portrait .............. 6 Volunteering: 720-865-3609
autumn marks the beginning of what will certainly be Helen Fowler Library: 720-865-3570
the most consequential chapter in its history. A team Center for Global
is working on a new Master Development Plan that Initiatives .................. 7 Gardening Help from Colorado Master Gardeners
will add substantial new opportunities for delight and
Horticulture ................ 8 Kathryn Kalmbach Herbarium
enlightenment. Pairing regenerative agriculture and
natural area restoration is an enticing mix for classes, Science .................... 9 Sam Mitchel Herbarium of Fungi
events and experiences that feed every part of our souls.
Exhibitions, Art and Editor: Tiffany Coleman
To make it all happen, we will first focus on core Learning Engagement ... 10-12 Graphic Designer: Nick Elias
infrastructure, that invisible element of every site that Photographer: Scott Dressel-Martin
makes it viable. After that, dreams will come true. Still to Tours ........................ 13
The mission of Denver Botanic Gardens is to connect
be fully defined, you can expect a center for education,
Gardens Navigator ...... 14 people with plants, especially plants from the Rocky
a new butterfly house, wildflower/pollinator meadows,
Mountain region and similar regions around the world,
a site for food and drink, new gathering spaces and a Education ................. 15 providing delight and enlightenment to everyone.
sacred walk amongst the riparian zone.
Family Corner ............ 16
Chatfield Farms’ future reminds us of the benefit of
having seasons. They propel us to what’s about to Development ............. 17
happen: A sense of excited anticipation.
Tributes .................... 18
The Gardens is grateful for funds from
Donor List ................. 19 the Scientific & Cultural Facilities
District (SCFD), which enable us to
Onward, expand services and enhance the
Brian Vogt Trustees .................... 19 quality of our programs and exhibits.
CHATFIELD FARMS
BEHIND THE SCENES The 10-acre pumpkin patch is a site to
behold, with thousands of pumpkins for
at Corn Maze & Pumpkin Festival the perfect jack-o’-lantern and ornamental
gourds that make stunning fall décor and
are popular with kids.
VOLUNTEERS
By Larry Vickerman, Director of Chatfield Farms
Pumpkins are planted in early June. We
Fall is all about two things at Denver Botanic way matrix to ensure a super-dense stand of
grow our pumpkins differently than most We are gearing up for our delightful
Gardens Chatfield Farms: corn and pumpkins. corn. As the corn grows through the summer,
growers. We pull up raised beds with a event season! The Gardens’ events
This vegetable and gourd pair are gloriously the design is cut into it and pathways are
special machine that also lays a plastic
celebrated through our annual Corn Maze and maintained and trimmed until the maze opens. are successful thanks to a great deal
mulch and the drip lines to irrigate the
Pumpkin Festival. One essential aspect of growing the maze is of volunteer support. Over the next
pumpkins in one pass. Volunteers plant
to find the tallest variety of corn possible; we the pumpkin seeds by poking through the
several months, the Gardens will host
The first Corn Maze at Chatfield Farms was like to have corn-height around 12 feet tall to a wide variety of special events at
held in 2000 to help generate revenue, and mulch and depositing the seed in the soil
enhance the challenge of the maze. below. The raised beds and mulch allow both York Street and Chatfield Farms,
21 years later, it is one of our staple events, and we need volunteers to come out
Each year, the maze design is different us to plant pumpkins densely to maximize
attracting as many as 50,000 people over its and join us for one or more shifts.
to provide new twists and challenges production. We control weeds between
six-week run. These events are
for attendees. This year is an homage to the rows until the pumpkins vine out and
Preparation for the maze begins well before honeybees that has everyone “buzzing” with smother weeds. The drip irrigation allows a perfect way to get involved and meet
fall, as early as January, when staff formulate excitement, searching for the queen bee in super-efficient use of water and allows us others while helping us make the event
ideas for a design. Difficulty in navigating the the maze. to inject fertilizer directly to the plants’ fun and enjoyable for all visitors.
maze is primary to the development of any roots. All this extra work pays off by
If you think Corn Maze has been around for producing a bumper crop of pumpkins. Find more information on our
design to give avid maze-navigators the most
an impressive amount of time, Pumpkin Festival volunteer opportunities and to sign
challenging route possible. There’s still time to join us for
celebrates its 32nd anniversary this year! The up as a volunteer on our website,
Planting is done in mid-May, but the corn is festival has been around so long that we have Corn Maze (now through Oct. 31) or contact Volunteer Services
not planted in traditional rows like the usual attendees who brought their children and now and Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 8-10). at vol@botanicgardens.org
corn field. Our corn is planted on a two- their grandchildren to enjoy the activities. Tickets must be purchased in advance. or 720-865-3609.
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Corn Maze
at Chatfield Farms
Pumpkin Festival
at Chatfield Farms
Friday – Sunday, October 8-10,
SPECIAL EVENTS
Fridays – Sundays through Oct. 31,
9 a.m. – 5 p.m., $10-$15 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., $7-$12
Blossoms of Light ™ Trail of Lights
The 7-acre Corn Maze continues through Pumpkins and gourds galore! Enjoy a day of fall
October! This year features a new design, activities for all with a 10-acre pumpkin patch, family
& children’s activities, carnival games, hayrides, local
plus the mini maze and barrel train rides for
kids. Enjoy funnel cakes, corndogs, kettle artisan & craft vendors, entertainment, live music,
November 19 – January 8 at Chatfield Farms
(closed Nov. 25 & Dec. 25), $16-$21 November 26 – January 2,
corn and freshly squeezed lemonade. food trucks and food vendors, plus beer. It’s three
NEW! You’ve navigated the maze, now see days of autumnal excitement. See website for live Ranked in 2020 as one of the best holiday select evenings, 5-8:30 p.m., $10-$15
if you can make it out of the Escape Room! entertainment schedule. Tickets must be purchased in
The clock is ticking down—can you solve the light displays in the world, Blossoms of Follow a winding path glistening with lights
advance. GET TICKETS or VOLUNTEER WITH US
puzzle and get out? Tickets to Corn Maze Light™ illuminates the chilly winter nights that illuminate the Colorado countryside.
must be purchased in advance. On Oct. 8, 9 at our York Street location in a dazzling
and 10, Pumpkin Festival ticket is required to
Enjoy synchronized music in the children’s
access Corn Maze. GET TICKETS
display of light and color. This twinkling play area, singing trees, two light tunnels
Noches Iluminadas winter wonderland changes every year, so
there’s always something new to see for
and illuminated antique and model tractors
on display. Warm up with hot beverages,
October 27 – November 7, see website, even long-time visitors. This year features nuts and kettle corn for purchase. It’s the
$13-$15, ages 15 and under free a spectacular 200-foot-long, 17-foot-high perfect wintry evening in the foothills!
NEW! Elaborate Mexican alebrije tunnel of animated lights, right at the start Tickets sell out fast; get yours early.
costume-sculptures are showcased of the path! Most nights sell out, so get GET TICKETS
Glow at the Gardens™ during the day, then, on evenings
from November 1-5, they illuminate
your tickets early. GET TICKETS
October 19-24, $17-$23 and come to life. Join us during this
festive week for entertainment,
Larger-than-life pumpkin sculptures vendors, a chance to meet the artists,
return this year as the Gardens interact with the alebrijes and take
dresses up for Halloween. Using all photos – and learn more about these
real pumpkins harvested from local dream-characters that put a fantastical spin
farms, pumpkin artists at Glow at the on the zoology of Mexico. Tickets must be
Gardens™ push the boundaries of purchased in advance and are limited.
traditional pumpkin carving to create See website for full details. GET TICKETS
one-of-a-kind displays. Performing
artists, festive vignettes and grimacing
jack-o’-lanterns add to the macabre
mood throughout the spooky,
illuminated landscape. Tickets sell out
Día de los Muertos
November 6, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Included with
quickly each year – get yours early so
you don’t miss this enchanted evening
General Admission, ages 15 and under free
experience! GET TICKETS Celebrate 10 years of Día de los
Muertos at the Gardens! This colorful
Mexican holiday is a celebration
of life among family, friends and
community. Come in costume, enjoy
live entertainment and shop vendors
with Day of the Dead-inspired items
for purchase. (Sorry, no face painting
this year as we work to keep everyone
as safe as possible due to COVID-19.)
General admission tickets must be
purchased in advance. GET TICKETS
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CENTER FOR
Sustainable Coffee Production in GLOBAL INITIATIVES
PUERTO RICO
By Sarada Krishnan, Ph.D., Director of Horticulture and Center for Global Initiatives
Coffee was introduced to Puerto Rico in 1755, and Utuado, TechnoServe, Hyperion Systems,
and the industry grew from there, reaching Colorado State University and The Solar
peak production in the 19th century. However, Foundation, PR.
this island U.S. territory has faced many
Through a voluntary application process,
challenges in coffee production and export 10 farmers expressed interest in participating
due to hurricanes. The 2017 hurricanes Irma in the project. Based on research criteria, five
and Maria devastated the coffee farms there, finalists were selected. In May 2021, I had
causing significant losses (80-85 percent) to the opportunity to visit these five farms (thanks
farmers. Many still struggle with access to to flight sponsorship by United Airlines) from
reliable energy sources. which one farm was selected to conduct the
Denver Botanic Gardens has joined the experiment.
InSPIRE (Innovative Site Preparation and The farm chosen has had challenges with
Impact Reductions on the Environment) project, consistent electricity since Hurricane Maria
in partnership with the U.S. Department and was without electricity for 16 months
of Energy’s National Renewable Energy following the hurricane—even now the power
Laboratory, Twende Solar and local nonprofit periodically goes off for one to three days
El Laboratorio to study the use of solar at a time. Having an uninterrupted source of
panels as shade for coffee in Puerto Rico. electricity will enable the farmer to operate
AGASTACHE (HYSSOP)
This project seeks to develop a model for co- his hydroponic hoop house, bringing in
locating systems of solar power for coffee extra income. Solar panels were installed in
PLANT PORTRAIT
cultivation and to advance climate resiliency September and data collection will take place
and food and energy security in coffee-farming over the next two years.
communities in Puerto Rico. Other partners in
By Mike Bone, Associate Director of Horticulture & Curator of Steppe Collections this project include Puerto Rico State Energy Look for periodic updates about this
Program, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez project as we make progress.
Hyssops (genus Agastache) are a wonderful like Agastache aurantiaca and its cultivars
group of plants for extending the flowering and selections, only survive for a year or
season and late-season interest in gardens. two, while species like A. rupestris live for
These mint family (Lamiaceae) plants add several years.
late-summer color and are a fantastic source As native species, they are wonderful to
of nectar for many types of pollinators. encounter on hikes or in natural places.
The nectar is highly prized by hummingbirds Programs like Plant Select® have been
and you may even catch them fighting over introducing hybrids and cultivated varieties
your plant. A majority of hyssop species for many years. Their adaptability to
originated in the southwestern United States Colorado’s dry steppe climate makes them
and Mexico; three species are native to wonderful garden plants for the Front Range.
Colorado while others are found as far north Maintenance is easy: Late in winter or very
as Canada. There are even a couple of early spring before they break dormancy cut
species from eastern Asia. The foliage is often back the plants to the ground.
fragrant, smelling like anything from black
licorice to bubble gum, and the flowers range Add some Agastache to your garden and
from pink and orange to yellow. Some species, enjoy fall flowers for beauty and birds.
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SCIENCE
HORTICULTURE
Training the Next Generation of SCIENTISTS
By Jennifer Ackerfield, Ph.D., Head Curator of Natural History Collections, Associate Director of Biodiversity
HORTICULTURE INTERNSHIPS
One by one they began to arrive – eight interns in concepts such as the importance of documenting
all. Our summer high school internship program biodiversity through natural history collections.
was about to begin! There was Aysha (ever eager to
learn and engage), Annabelle and Solana (quiet and Through the Denver EcoFlora Project, we also provided
at Denver Botanic Gardens contemplative), Cree (meticulous and hard-working),
Duilio (studious and thorough), Emma (inquisitive
a series of lessons and activities titled “Graffiti
Gardens – Imagining Anthropocene Ecologies” for
and energetic), Kaliya (outgoing and engaging) and Gardens’ teen volunteers. This series was designed to
By Kevin Philip Williams, Horticulture Specialist
Salvador (future marine biologist). They came to the build community for the EcoFlora project and educate
I have a digital sticky note on my computer’s desktop ecology of Colorado and the Rocky Mountains. Research & Conservation Department from a variety of on the impacts of human activity to local biodiversity.
with the title “THE INTERNS ARE OUR FUTURE.” Additionally, interns attend lectures, workshops and programs, backgrounds and communities in Denver. Each week, these teens were engaged in an activity
It’s a bit corny, but a good reminder that as one of conferences that focus on the many facets of public Each ready to learn and experience the life of and discussion pertaining to a different aspect of
the Horticulture Intern Program coordinators, it’s my horticulture and provide networking opportunities a scientist. ecology in the Anthropocene (our current geological
responsibility to provide our interns with an innovative with the regional horticultural community. Since the age), exploring the intertwined relationships of
and inspiring experience. knowledge and trends in the world of horticulture When it all came together, we found ourselves humans and the natural world in this new age.
are always changing, we’re constantly evolving our mentoring and providing immersive research
Each year, the Horticulture Department offers several opportunities for a cohort of interns. They worked on It was a busy, but rewarding, summer for us in the
curriculum to ensure that every intern cohort gets a
internships to college-level students enrolled in a variety of projects – curating identifications for the Research & Conservation Department! Interns learned
new experience.
horticulture or horticulture-related programs across the Denver EcoFlora Project, collecting plant specimens at about the career path of a scientist, gained valuable
country. The internships are project-based, meaning Horticulture as a discipline – and public horticulture Axton Mountain Ranch, processing plant specimens work experience, built their own professional skills
that throughout their tenure with us, interns work with as a field, career and lifestyle – are immersive and and mushroom collections, identifying mushrooms and and made new friends. As one intern said, “I will
a horticulturist-mentor to complete, continue or lay the all-consuming pursuits. Captivating the talented minds georeferencing collections. never forget this once-in-a-lifetime experience…I can
framework for meaningful work for our department, and incredible imaginations of our interns, in hopes now see myself doing this in the future.” We look
institution and the larger field of public horticulture. that they become the next leaders of public gardens, is In addition to providing hands-on learning forward to continuing this internship program next
Interns also take on the vital role of working with an incredible privilege. experiences, we also provided mentorship lessons summer, mentoring and training the next generation
almost every horticulturist, supporting our daily efforts on topics such as the importance of networking, the of scientists.
and gaining exposure to the diversity of the Gardens. Open horticulture internship positions for the rewarding and challenging aspects of our careers
following year are posted every December on and each of our journeys to our current careers. To learn more about internships with the
The interns are only with us for 10 weeks, so we Research & Conservation Department, email
the Gardens’ website. We had in-depth discussions about biodiversity, the
strive to provide a broad yet immersive program in connection between biodiversity and genetics, and the R@botanicgardens.org.
a relatively short amount of time. Through classes importance of data standards for collections. Interns
and field trips, interns are exposed to the flora and even performed
DNA extractions
from fungi as
well as their
own cheek cells.
These discussions and
activities helped to
connect the work they
were doing to broader
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Freyer – Newman Center
exhibitions are presented by
EXHIBITIONS, ART AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT
Land Line: New Artist From the Fever sick with a high fever,
Óscar Becerra, Xólotl: dios perro (dog deity), papier-mâché and cardboard, 2013.
he dreamed about fantastic
Residency Program Dreams: Alebrijes creatures who shouted the
word “alebrijes!” Once
The Gardens launched a new artist- October 2 – November 7 recovered, Linares began
in-residence program to support making the creatures from
By Megan Farlow, Curatorial Coordinator cardboard and papier-
artists and writers of diverse and/or
underrepresented backgrounds who In partnership with the Mexican mâché. His work caught the
explore the natural world and the human Cultural Center, the Gardens hosts the attention of Mexican artists
connection to it. An inaugural cohort monumental sculpture Xólotl: dios perro Diego Rivera and Frida
of 11 artists working across different by contemporary Mexican artist Óscar Kahlo, who commissioned
platforms, media and styles will have Becerra. Born in Mexico City, Becerra him to create more.
access to staff expertise, collections and is a self-taught artist known for his alebrijes Alebrijes are now a well-
gardens to pursue a variety of projects. and works celebrating Día de los Muertos. known form of Mexican folk
Learn of opportunities to hear from these He specializes in cartonería, a papier- art, beloved across Mexico
artists in the coming months by signing mâché and cardboard technique with deep and the United States.
up for the Art & Exhibitions e-newsletter. roots in Mexican folk art.
Representing states from California Standing nearly 15 feet tall, the sculpture
to New York, selected artists are: is an alebrije—a fantastical hybrid creature
featuring the tail, wings, horns and
Laura Ahola-Young (ID)
claws from a variety of animals. While
Lauren Camp (NM) many alebrijes are unrelated to specific
Yoshitomo Saito, millionyearseeds (detail), bronze, 2011-2021.
narratives, Xólotl: dios perro depicts
Paula Castillo (NM)
a character from Aztec mythology–Xólotl
Joelle Cicak (CO) is a dog deity charged with guarding the
sun as it passes through the underworld.
Christopher Coleman (CO)
Alebrijes emerged from the imagination
Kyle Cornish (NY)
of Mexico City artist Pedro Linares (1906-
Laura Fantini (NY) 1992). In the 1930s, while Linares was
Eloisa Guanlao (CA)
Nathan Hall (CO)
REGISTER NOW
Sarojini Johnson (IN)
ARTIST TALK:
Laleh Mehran (CO) Óscar Becerra and
This project is supported in part Rubén Mica
by the National Endowment for the Arts.
October 30, 1:30 p.m., Of Sky and Ground: Yoshitomo Saito
$10, $7 member
Through November 28
Join artists Óscar Becerra and Rubén
Mica as they discuss their creative Yoshitomo Saito’s cast bronze works capture and celebrate the elegant lines and subtle
projects including Xólotl and the alebrijes details of nature, reinterpreting organic forms and encouraging contemplation.
featured in Noches Iluminadas. Organized in collaboration with William Havu Gallery, Denver.
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EXHIBITIONS, ART AND LEARNING ENGAGEMENT
TOURS
GUIDED TOURS AT YORK STREET
tulle, wood, and mixed media, 2021.
Ana María Hernando, Ñusta de la hora sagrada / Ñusta of the Holy Twilight,
Taiko Chandler, Nightfall #5, monoprint with stencils, 2019.
REGISTER NOW Exploring Exhibitions
Thursday and Friday mornings
FILM SCREENING: Enjoy the current gallery exhibitions with a docent
“Ana Maria Hernando: as your guide. Exhibitions change regularly.
Undomesticated” Learn about current and upcoming art exhibitions
$16, $12 member (includes admission)
November 7, 2 p.m. – with artist Q/A
$15, $5 member Seasonal Discoveries
October 3 and 16, 2 p.m.
TOUR: Fervor No matter the time of year, botanical treasures
September 30; October 8, 21, 29; await your discovery. Explore the October gardens
November 12, 18; 9:15 a.m. with a guided stroll and see leaves changing
as the plant world prepares for winter.
$16, $12 member,
$16, $12 member (includes admission)
$10 student
Join a docent on a tour of the Tropical Trails
exhibition. November 13 and 20, 2 p.m.
December 4 and 18, 2 p.m.
Denver may be blanketed by snow but the plants
Fervor: Ana María Hernando The Indelible in the Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory
enjoy a warm climate year-round—that you can,
Through January 2, 2022 Garden: Prints by too—during this docent-led tour that highlights
the Gardens’ tropical plants.
Ana María Hernando’s love of plants, birds and the earth permeate the works in this Taiko Chandler $16, $12 member (includes admission)
exhibition. From embroidered birdsongs to mountain deities rendered in tulle, her works
Dec. 11, 2021 – April 3, 2022 For more information or to register, visit the
give shape to the exuberant spirit of nature through sound, color and texture. tours web page.
Memories of nature suffuse Taiko
Organized in collaboration with Robischon Gallery, Denver. Chandler’s artwork, finding form in the
organic, layered shapes of her prints PRIVATE TOURS AT YORK STREET
and installations. Chandler’s undulating OR CHATFIELD FARMS
Seeing the Invisible plant-like forms are not intended as
literal representations of nature, but
(Virtual options available too!)
Looking for a special experience for your group
Through August 2022 instead interpret its foundational of 8 or more? Schedule a private guided tour
at York Street or at Chatfield Farms or an
Experience an exhibition of contemporary artworks existing only in augmented reality influence on family and memory.
online tour of the Boettcher Memorial Tropical
via a mobile phone app. Co-curated by Hadas Maor and Tal Michael Haring, Seeing the Conservatory at least three weeks in advance.
Invisible features virtual works by more than a dozen international artists throughout Docent-led: $14, $6 student (includes admission)
the Gardens. Freyer – Newman Center exhibitions are presented by
Staff-led: $17, $6 student (includes admission)
Online tours: Prices vary
The exhibition is organized by the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens and Outset Contemporary
Art Fund and opens simultaneously at 12 botanical gardens across six countries. For more information, contact
The project has been made possible in partnership with The Jerusalem Foundation. tours@botanicgardens.org.
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Gaining New Perspectives Through
VIRTUAL TOURS
By Cindy Newlander, Associate Director of Horticulture
Have you ever wondered where you can find a bloom tours of the outdoor gardens or EDUCATION
certain plant in the Gardens or wanted to see Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory,
a garden inventory? The Gardens Navigator Plant Select’s® offerings, the bonsai collection
has been a staple of the Gardens’ means or our Champion Trees. Recently two tours that
RECENT LESSONS,
of communicating our living collections with highlight the plants collected and described gatherings while the Sturm Family Auditorium
the public, researchers and staff for nearly a in Colorado during the Stephen H. Long shows free films to members and visitors.
decade. Since its implementation in 2012, it expedition of 1820 were added. These tours Adaptation of class formats such as online
Upcoming Experiences
has averaged about 200,000 page views a introduce visitors to native species throughout and virtual continue to be offered alongside
year. Gardens Navigator offers a portal into the Gardens while also providing anecdotal traditional in-person classes. Make-and-take
a depth of inventory information for thousands information gleaned from the expedition’s field cooking classes that supply key ingredients
Many aspects of educational programming
of plants, from those in the tropical collections notes as found in “Retracing Major Stephen and a recorded lesson have let participants
were interrupted in 2020 and, as a result,
to the many growing in the outdoor gardens H. Long’s 1820 Expedition: The Itinerary and cook on their own schedule. Hybrids of pre-
audience interest and programs at the Gardens
at York Street, Chatfield Farms and Mount Botany” (Goodman & Lawson, 1995). These recorded and live material add flexibility
have changed and adapted throughout the
Goliath. Photos and phenology data join two tours are also available in Spanish. in learning. Hands-on botany and nature
course of the pandemic.
descriptive data and map locations to guide kits mailed to families extend the outdoor
Next time you visit, take a tour through
visitors to our botanical gems. Some of these changes had been incubating exploration to yards and neighborhoods.
Gardens Navigator, and see our gardens and
Gardens Navigator also provides curated collections from a new perspective. for years, with cross-team development making
new options possible. Through funding from Of course, being a botanic garden, outside
tours of select facets of the Gardens. To take learning continues to be popular for all, from
a self-guided tour, click on Take a Virtual the Sydney Frank Foundation, the Helen Fowler
Library and children’s education teams put early childhood Seedling programs to adults
Expedition and select from a list that includes in yoga classes to school groups arriving at
together a collection of themed Adventure
Packs. Members can check-out these fun family the gate. Programs at the Plains Conservation
backpacks and use them to explore at home Center accelerated in growth, leading to a
or at the Gardens. Each includes books and refined program schedule with more offerings
tools to help a budding explorer make and and choices for members.
record discoveries. Packs are available in both And what about the next year? Drawing on the
English and Spanish. library’s collection of fascinating cookbooks,
Other changes have come with the gradual a cookbook club could explore farm-to-table,
Indigenous traditions, vegan soul food and
opening of the Freyer – Newman Center.
Nordic baking. Transplants new to Denver’s
The Edward P. Connors Rare Books Reading
climate appreciate opportunities to understand
Room in the library has display cabinets, an
gardening here; online efforts will share that
environmentally controlled space and secure
knowledge across a wider region.
environment that enables programs to share
the collection with visitors and teach about While there may be interruptions or
the history of botany, horticulture, botanical inconveniences yet to come, the Gardens’
illustration and more. New classrooms team isn’t running out of ideas and ways to
provide space for classes, trainings and other succeed at them.
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FAMILY CORNER
AUTUMN CONFETTI LOOKING FOR A NEW WAY TO GIVE?
By Melissa Gula, Family and Children’s Program Manager
Use your IRA to help the Gardens grow!
Fall is a great time to get out as a family and explore nature together, as it
provides a rich backdrop of colorful leaves to admire. The green pigment we Although taking required minimum distributions into income was waived for 2020
typically see in the leaves of a tree is called chlorophyll. Along with chlorophyll, as a result of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the
leaves also include other hidden pigments such as orange (carotene), red charitably minded IRA owner can still make a qualified charitable distribution (QCD)
(anthocyanin) and yellow (xanthophyll). As the seasons change and the days from an IRA. QCDs provide additional benefits since the distribution is not included in
get shorter and cooler, the chlorophyll begins to break down, revealing the adjustable gross income (AGI). As a result:
other hidden pigments. Use the beautiful colors of autumn to create eco-friendly • QCDs avoid possible income tax • QCDs may avoid Medicare insurance
confetti to use for your favorite autumn crafts. increases on Social Security benefits premium increases
• QCDs may avoid potential limitations • Gifts from IRAs for 2021 should be
MATERIALS: on charitable deductions since AGI is initiated by December 1 to insure that
not increased they are completed before year end.
• Freshly fallen leaves of different colors
• Hole punch (standard circle punch or punches with different shapes) • QCDs may avoid other deduction
• An envelope or old plastic container to store your confetti limitations created by a higher AGI
• Blank paper and glue (optional) Learn about requirements and how to make a QCD from your IRA. Contact Director of
Development Johanna Kelly at 720-865-3517.
DIRECTIONS:
Gather a variety of different
1 colored autumn leaves.
Use a hole punch to create small
confetti pieces. Place the confetti
2 pieces in an envelope or old
plastic container for safe keeping.
3 Use your confetti in your favorite
arts and crafts projects.
PROJECT IDEAS AND EXTENSIONS:
Use your confetti to make mosaic works of art. Separate your confetti into
different colors and then glue the different colored confetti on a plain piece
of paper to create patterns and pictures. Need a more diverse color palette?
Try adding to your collection of natural confetti colors by using your hole punch
on paper scraps or junk mail you plan to recycle.
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Citizens of the Scientific & The Denver Foundation Mareill Kiernan John and Karen Runberg IN MEMORY In memory of Ms. Robin Sadler
Cultural Facilities District Garbe Family Fund Rob and Kathy Klugman Dyanne Russell Carol Tierney Griesemer OFFICERS
8z Real Estate Department of Landscape Koelbel and Co. S&P Global In memory of Saul Axelrad In memory of Ms. Kathy Hodgson,
Mr. and Mrs. John E. Freyer Barbara Sheldon
Weldon Abbott Architecture – CU Denver Dr. Gloria Komppa and Brian Sadler Ms. Linda Katzeff Board Chair
Dr. Barbara A. Allen Donald R. Dethlefs, Jr. and Michael Komppa Ms. Robin Sadler Mr. and Mrs. David Gamba Ms. Ann Daley Mr. Michael Imhoff, Vice Chair
American Online Giving Michael R. Bares Laurie and Peter Korneffel Nina Saks and In memory of Iona Baker Mrs. Margaret Garbe and Mary Ellen Davis and Ms. Dawn Bookhardt,
Foundation Ms. Beth Dickhaus and Gabe Koroluk and Amy Zupon Richard B. Robinson Jan and Jenni Moran Dr. Rick Garbe Sheldon King Secretary
Eliza Buyers and David Pinkert Mr. Darrin Sacks Ms. Patti Kramish Lukas Sandve and Ashley Billings Ms. Audrey Gilden Mr. Abe Rodriguez, Treasurer
In memory of Jan Baucum Amanda DeBell
Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Mark Dickson Janet and Stuart Kritzer Barbara and Hank Schaller Newell Grant Mr. Richard Clark, Immediate
Fred Dierksmeier Land Title Guarantee Company Becky and Brian Schaub Mrs. Margaret Garbe and Sharon and Judson Detrick
John Angelo and Lucy Strong Dr. James Griesemer Past Chair
Anonymous Kathryn and Gary Dudley Christopher K. M. Leach and Mrs. Jane Schultz-Burnett and Dr. Rick Garbe Patrick Eidman
Echter’s Nursery & Garden Center Chad Skrbina Bart Burnett Hal and Ann Logan Anne Erftmier
Robert Applegate and In memory of Carol Blessinger
Michelle Moorman Applegate Missy and John Eliot Lewis Roca Rothgerber Christie LLP Schwab Charitable Fund Rose Community Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Fuller TERM TRUSTEES
Emerson Charitable Trust Lifescape Colorado Dickson Family Fund
Paul and Julia Bozik Carolyn and Dave Wollard Ms. Diane Barrett
Applewood Seed Company Eileen Havey
Dr. V. Karen Augustitus and Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Lockton Companies, LLC Mrs. Cynthia Y. Scott and Janice Kercheville Donor-Advised Fund Rabbi Joe Black
Jon Hinrichs
Linda and Mark Wilson Hal and Ann Logan Mr. Peter Scott Mr. Andrew Cullen
Mr. George L. Sfirri, Jr. In memory of Carol Whitaker Steve and Elizabeth Holtze
Eugene H. Baber II and Charitable Fund Ms. Kimberly Lucas Zachery Sechler Mr. Papa M. Dia
Carol Ann Buyers David and Carolyn Wollard Don Lewis
Gale Johnson Linda and Tony Fiest Nancy Luthy and William Tate Judy Sellers Ms. Melissa Eliot
FirstBank Holding Company Mrs. Sandra Maloney and Candace Seltzer American Online Giving In memory of Wanda Griffin Drs. Charles and Gretchen Sen. Rhonda Fields
Ball Corporation
Louis P. Bansbach IV Ms. Maureen Fitzgerald Dr. J. Michael Maloney Dina and William Shaheen Foundation Bill Barrett Lobitz Ms. Cory Freyer
Mrs. Laura Barton and Fitzsimons Credit Union Marczyk Fine Foods Robert and Cynthia Shaiman Eliza Buyers and Moonsun Chang Sharon and J. Landis Martin Ms. Kathy Hodgson
Mr. William Matthews Five Points Foundation Sharon and J. Landis Martin Timothy Shannon and David Pinkert Foundation Patricia and Reynaldo Ms. Dorothy Horrell
Cynthia L L. Gribb
Steve and Kathy Beabout Chelsea and Bill Flagg Kathy and Alex Martinez Susanna Shannon Eliza Buyers and Ornelas Ms. Ding Wen Hsu
Flowe Foundation Mrs. Eileen Honnen McDonald Terri and Richard Slivka Mrs. Rajani Nair
Luke and Susan Beatty David Pinkert Camille Palmeri Mr. Michael Imhoff
Ms. Mary D. Fowler and Mr. Ed McDonald Lynn Marie Smith Martin and Mary Richardson
Don and Cara Bechter Carol Ann Rothman Mr. Christopher Leach
Ed Benton Dr. Rey Fraga and Carrie Meek and Jeff Cuneo Daniel Martin In memory of Beth Spiegel Ms. Wy Livingston
Ms. Rachel Lange Melville Foundation Ms. Ann Sparks and Mrs. Katarzyna Tubis Martin Ruffalo
Ms. Karmen Berentsen Mary “Mimi” Chenoweth Ms. Susan Morrice
Ms. Cory Freyer Ms. Joanne Meras Mr. Douglas Sparks Dr. and Mrs. Wagner Schorr
Brandy Bertram and Mrs. Frederic C. Hamilton In memory of Berenice and Mrs. Judi Newman
Daniel Bertram Mr. and Mrs. John E. Freyer Bruce W. Miller Alan Spindle Lisa Seib
Alan Frohbieter Heather and Mike Miller Connie Sprovieri Mrs. Sarah C. Hite and Keith Huff Mr. Ron Otsuka
Boeing Mr. and Mrs. Dale Shaffer Mr. Scott Richards
David and Chris Fullerton J. Kent and Leslie Miller Lisa Sprowls Ms. Laura Hargrave Ron Huff and Mary Ramke
Martha Bombel Jim and Sally Snyder Ms. Yrma Rico
Mrs. Margaret Garbe and Dr. Mark Mills Kathryn Spuhler Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Y.
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation In memory of Amy Mason
Dr. Rick Garbe Gene and Dee Milstein Sally P. Stabler and Carl White Marchand In memory of Mr. Abe Rodriguez
Bonnie Brae Liquor Emily Nestman Mr. Brad Stevinson
Mrs. Brooke and Mr. Jon-Erik
Garden Club of America The Minneapolis Foundation Ms. Laurel Stadjuhar Ms. Mary Ann Merrill William “Bill” Sinclaire
Gelatt-Gephart Foundation Inc Terriquez Family Fund Mrs. Kelly Stava and Mr. and Mrs. John E. Freyer Ms. Marianne Sulser
Borgen Mrs. Rosemarie Murane In memory of Shana Morgan
Mr. and Mrs. Brent Gephart Mrs. M. Elizabeth Morton and Mr. Mathew Stava Mr. Charlie Woolley
Dr. Vance Bray and Virginia Westgaard Meridyth Patrick In memory of Ruth Spindle
GH Phipps Construction Mr. Dudley Morton Marianne and Tim Sulser
Mr. William Mitchell III Alan Spindle
Dr. Leo P. Bruederle
Companies Mythology Distillery Teammates Commercial Interiors In memory of Jo Clark In memory of Nita Moser MAYORAL TRUSTEES
Scott Gilmer Emily Nestman Joey Terriquez Hassell Family
Mrs. Cameron Burn Katherine Kron In memory of Lynn Stockton Dr. Nina Casanova
Pat Givens Robert and Judi Newman Heidi Tessler
Eliza Buyers and David Pinkert In memory of Karen Mueller Linda and David Arnold Ms. Catherine Hance
Carolyn Goble and Lanny Proffer Ms. Judy Noerr and Konnie and Jack Thompson In memory of L. Alice Collister
Eileen Byrne Sara Clinton Mr. Eliot Hoyt
Linda Good Wilson and Mr. Philip J. Byrne II Janet Tobin Mr. and Mrs. Harry J. Mrs. Barbara Kellogg and
Caerus Oil and Gas Mrs. Debra Dignan Ms. Caroline Schomp
Mark A. Wilson Emily O’Shaughnessy Brandon and Debbie Tolany Hofman Michael Kessler
Yvonne and Robert Camacho Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Gordon Odeon Capital Group LLC Mr. Thomas W. Toomey Elyse Gellerman
Mr. Brown Cannon and Mr. and Ms. Kenneth Levinson In memory of
William Gorsky Stacy Ohlsson Mr. Richard Trenholme and Julie Guy LIFE TRUSTEES
Mrs. Martha Cannon Philip and Philip Greenberg Gary Olds Ms. Marta Osuna Eric Runberg Jane O’Shaughnessy Mr. Edward P. Connors
Capital One Mrs. Linda Manley
Mr. Ryan Gregory and Mr. Paul R. Ost and Mr. Will Biles United States Department of John and Karen Runberg RoseMarie, Dennis & Mrs. Thomas E. Taplin
George and Christina Caulkins Stephanie Manley
Dr. Tara Gregory Ronald Otsuka Agriculture Sieu O’Shaughnessy and
Charles Schwab In memory of Dr. Zachary Mueller
Dr. James Griesemer Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Owen Paco Varela and Tim Wilson
Larina Chen- Mehta Merritt Grothe Lorraine Parker and Larry and Marcia Vickerman
Richard Keith Davison MaryAnn Miller Nancy Roberts TRUSTEES EMERITI
Children’s Hospital Colorado HALCYON, a hotel in Elizabeth Starrs Candie Cummings Mr. Brian R. Vogt Dr. Jandel Allen-Davis
Mr. Brian R. Vogt In memory of Val and Joan
Mary Lee Chin and Ms. Dawn Bookhardt
Cherry Creek Becca Parks Ms. Carol Waddell and In memory of Liz Dierksmeier In memory of Tretter
James Wagenlander Tina and Mark Harrop Marc Pasquariello and Julie Junkin Ms. Mary Lee Chin
Fred Dierksmeier Jessica Pellegrino Tina and Mark Harrop
Kate Cihon Matthew and Helen Hayes Sophie Williams Lisa and Brian Wallace Mr. Richard Clark
Mr. and Mrs. Richard K. Clark Four Winds Interactive Mr. Al Gerace
Ms. Aimee Henry Lise Pederson Devin Wang In memory of Amari Durland
Mrs. Sheila Cleworth Zachery Sechler Ms. Cynthia Scott
Henry Shaw Cactus Society Jennie Peterson Ms. Ellen K. Waterman Lynda Kelley IN HONOR
Michele Coles Steve and Elizabeth Holtze Denise Pitner and Michelle Puyear Welby Gardens Company, Inc. Lisa Sprowls Mr. Harold Smethills
Comfort Dental LeeAnn Howard Ms. Colette Pluss Cora and Jeff Wheeler In memory of Carol E. Earle In honor of Barbara Bohlman
In memory of Nancy D. Petry
Community Foundation Boulder Ding W. Hsu Michael Porter and Cheryl Longtin Ms. Elaine Williams Denver Master Gardeners LeeAnn Howard
County Mr. and Mrs. John E. Freyer EX-OFFICIO TRUSTEES
Hsu Family Foundation Patricia Powell Ms. Marla Williams and Association
The Flagg Family Foundation
In honor of Karen Frankel Ms. Christina Caulkins
Sheilagh Hudon and Prologis Ms. Katherine Peck Jean Jupp In memory of Sherry Rossiter (President, Denver Botanic
Mr. William Cook and William R. Hudon William D. Radichel Foundation Mr. Ronald Williams and
David Frankel
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Gardens Endowment, Inc.)
Mrs. Nancy Cook Ron Huff and Mary Ramke Katherine Rainbolt Mrs. Cille Williams In memory of Anita Farol In honor of
Elizabeth Fischer Giving Ms. Happy Haynes
Corcoran Perry & Co Michael and Kaye Hurtt Regional Air Quality Council Ann and Barney Wilson Jeanne Siersdorfer Mary Lynne Lidstone
Ms. Judy Crawley Susan and Brad Johnson Hugh L. Rice and Mr.and Mrs. James S Wilson
Account (Ex. Manager, Parks
In memory of Elizabeth Fischer and Mr. James Lidstone and & Recreation Department)
Lauren Crist-Fulk Jonathan Merage Fund Mary B. Schaefer Wong Strauch Architects
Davis Partnership Architects Krystal and Craig Kaes Ms. Shan Ring and Lise Woodard and Dr. John Reilly Erin Michelle Gilmer Don Elliott Alaina Reilly Mrs. Meg Nichols
Dianne and Dale Dawson Bob and Wendy Kaufman Mr. Steven Ring Xcel Energy Scott Gilmer Maria Rossiter In honor of Barbara Schmaltz (President, Garden Club
DBC Irrigation Supply Dr. Jan Kennaugh and Rio Grande Co. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Zaparanick of Denver)
In memory of In memory of Kenneth C. and Sharon Murray
Patricia Delano Mr. Chip Horne Marv and Renee Rockford Mr. and Mrs. Tim Zarlengo Ms. Wendy Allen
Holly Dencker and Joe Dencker Lisa Anne Kessler and Jeanne and Chris Root Mr. Shawn Zinnen and Frances C. Gould Jane L. Sadler In honor of Brian Vogt (President, Denver Botanic
The Denver Debutante Ball Robert Kessler Ruggles Mabe Studios Mrs. Lisa Maier Clara Pesis Brian Sadler Garden Club of America Gardens Guild)
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