Horticulture
Horticulture is a dynamic field, with plant growth de- pendent on biotic and abiotic factors. The Horticulture Department at Denver Botanic Gardens is dedicated to providing an enriching experience to the visitors through quality gardens, diverse plant collections and seasonal displays. Throughout the Gardens, the talents and aesthetic expertise of our staff are visible. With over 45 themed gardens spread across our 23 acres, we are able to create secret garden areas for exploration, contemplation and inspiration. Rang- ing in themes from the tropics to tundra, visitors can take away educational and inspirational messages for application in their own home gardens.
From planting new gardens to maintaining those that remain, the major projects at the Gardens in 2010 kept our horticulture staff busier and more engaged than ever. Though a bit of a challenge, the construction afforded us the opportunity to rethink and improve the various gardens, and even design entirely new ones. What was nothing more than a parking lot in 2009 was transformed into the thriving Mordecai Children’s Garden, complete with a green roof and a landscape of almost entirely native plants. Underpinning all our work at the Gardens is the connection between people and plants, showcasing our rich cultural and botanical heritage.
Gardener John Murgel at work early in the morning.
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