
Thursday, April 13 5pm-8pm
Join us for and evening of good food, good wine, & good shopping — all
for a good cause! It's a Party with a Purpose that benefits
Hope House of Colorado, a
terrific local non-profit that supports teen moms and their children.
Local businesses will offer beverage and food sampling. Shop for
jewelry, clothing & accessories, luxurious body care, and gifts
galore. Enjoy special discounts & register to win door prizes.
Tickets are $40 and include 2 glasses of
wine or 2 beers Call 303-424-7979 to purchase your tickets today!

Join us as we kick off the 2023 gardening season with our Spring
Open House event April 8-16!
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Don't miss the opportunity to meet the staff responsible for starting
seeds, growing, and stocking the finished plants for your garden.
Our growing team will take you behind the scenes to the growing
areas located behind the retail store and on the north side of 52nd
Avenue. (Easter Sunday tour at 2pm only)
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Drop in to any of our Open House classes, and learn from the experts!
Our classes are free and don't require registration unless otherwise
noted.
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Saturday, April 8
— 9:30-10:30
Landscaping Your Colorado Garden
Discover trees,
shrubs, and perennials that grow well in our region. Learn
plant combinations and basic design principles to create curb
appeal and enhance your outdoor living spaces.
Presented by: Dan Lee, Black Forest Landscape Designs |
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Saturday, April 8
— 1:00-2:00
Hardy
Cactus, Agave, and Yucca
Hardy succulents
provide interesting year-round appeal to the landscape.
Learn more with Kelly's expertise!
Presented by: Kelly Grummons, Cold Hardy Cactus |
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Saturday, April 8
— 3:00-4:00
Bee a
Pollinator Pal
Make your garden a
sanctuary for butterflies and bees — plants provide the
answer!
Presented by: Amy Yarger, The Butterfly Pavilion |
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Monday, April 10
— 4:00-5:30
Paint a
Pretty Pot
Learn how to paint a
pretty sky scene on your plant pot! Choose from different
designs and let’s paint them together. Spanish speakers
welcome—disponible en español.
Presented by: Lois
Santos Diloné, Echter's Growing Specialist
*** Registration is required |
Space is Limited | Materials fee: $30 ***
Call 303-424-7979 to reserve your spot in the class |
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Tuesday, April 11 — 4:30-5:30
Pond in
a Pot
If you want a pond,
but don't have the space, pots are the answer! Create an
aquatic garden in a container. It's easy, creative, and fun.
Presented by: Gracyn Kanan, Echter's Perennial Specialist |
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Wednesday, April 12 — 4:30-5:30
Terrariums: Gardens in Glass Workshop
Terrariums add a
lush element to your indoor décor. Create a terrarium garden
in glass to take home and enjoy.
Presented by: Heather Page, Echter's Annuals & Foliage Manager
*** Registration is required
| Space is Limited | Materials fee: $75 ***
Call 303-424-7979 to reserve your spot in the class |
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Saturday, April 15 — 9:30-10:30
Xeriscape Your Garden with Plant Select
Learn about
beautiful but durable plants that bring beauty and
resilience to your garden.
Presented by: Ross Shrigley, Executive Director, Plant Select |
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Saturday, April 15 — 1:00-2:00
A Rose is a Rose is a Rose
Join our experienced
rosarian to discover new varieties and learn the basics of
caring for roses in your landscape.
Presented by: Peggy Williams, Consulting Rosarian, Denver Rose
Society |
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Saturday, April 15 — 3:00-4:00
Understanding Soil & Making it Better for Your Gardening
Your soil isn't "bad
soil" — just misunderstood soil. Learn the techniques and
solutions for improving your soil for better gardening results.
Presented by: Hania Oleszak, CSU Cooperative Extension |
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Sunday, April 16 — 1:00-2:00
Exciting Combinations for Container Gardens
Create magic this
spring with new trends in design and plants. Beautiful
containers full of color, texture, and dramatic flair are
yours for the planting. Get your creative inspiration in gear —
container gardening is more fun than ever!
Presented by: Susan Stauber, Ball Horticulture |
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Sunday, April 16 — 3:00-4:00
Planting for Success
Tips &
techniques for planting trees, shrubs and perennials. Learn how
to improve soil, water properly, mulch appropriately, and
place your plants in your landscape to get your new plants
on the right track.
Presented by: Daniel Corse, Echter's Nursery and Perennial
Specialist |
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Saturday, April 22 — 10:00-11:30
Vegetable Gardening 101
If you are new to gardening and want
to get started, this class is for you! Gay will cover all
the details to get you off and growing!
Presented by: Gay Bechir, Echter's Annuals & Foliage Specialist |
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