Look like something you might see in Barbie's Dream Garden? The purple coneflower shown above and many other waterwise options in shades of pink are currently blooming in Broomfield's Xeriscape Demonstration Garden. Take the poll later in this newsletter to vote for your favorite! |
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Applications open Aug.1 for 2024 Colorado Master Gardener Apprentice Program
Interested in horticultural training and giving back to your community? The Colorado State Extension Master Gardener Program may be for you. Master Gardeners offer outreach and research-based, horticultural education to the public in local schools, farmers' markets, teaching gardens and more!
Newly accepted volunteers begin as apprentices. This means you’re in-training to become a Master Gardener. CSU Extension provides more than 10 weeks of core horticultural training courses that occur through hybrid instruction: online, live webinars (also recorded) and in-person when possible. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of Colorado's unique soils, plants, climate, and gardening challenges.
Following training, apprentices are encouraged to engage in local projects which vary widely. The program requires a 50-hour volunteer commitment the first year. There is a two-year apprentice option that allows 60 hours to be completed over two years. Visit the CSU Extension Facebook page to learn about some of the Master Gardeners’ recent volunteer activities in Broomfield and Adams County, or check out this calendar to find out where Master Gardeners will be next!
Ready to apply?
Between August 1st and September 15th, you can apply by visiting this link and clicking “Step 3: Apply to become an Extension Master Gardener Apprentice.” The application link will not appear until Aug. 1. Learn more about the application process here. We hope to hear from you!
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Japanese Beetles can cause damage to a wide range of plants but as a relatively new pest, information on their feeding preferences will continue to develop. A few of their favorites are roses, grapes, and beans. If you observe Japanese Beetles in your landscape, you can help CSU expand its knowledge base by completing this Japanese Beetle feeding survey. Learn more about the pest in the resources section below.
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Help Select Colorado's Top Flowers!
Saturday, Aug. 5, 9 am - Noon
CSU Trial Gardens
1401 Remington Street, Fort Collins
Free
The public is invited to participate in the 2023 CSU Flower Trials by strolling the gardens on Aug. 5 and voting for their favorite plants. Short tours will be given at 9, 10, and 11 a.m., and there will be plant-related activities for kids of all ages! Can’t make Public Evaluation Day? The CSU Trial Gardens are open to the public any time.
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Cottage Food Safety Training
Offered by Colorado State University Extension, this nationally-recognized training program covers the specifics of the Colorado Cottage Food Act and how to safely operate a food business from a home kitchen. The $50 online class is next offered on the following dates:
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Vote for your favorite Xeric plant! |
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What's your top choice for a Barbie dream garden?
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Free Gardening Programs
All educational events are free to the public, but some require advance registration. Click on specific links for more information.
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Ask a Master Gardener!
Broomfield Master Gardeners are now available in person to answer horticulture-related questions at convenient community locations:
- Saturday, Aug. 5, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, Broomfield Library
- Saturday, Aug. 12, 9 am–12pm, Westminster O'Toole's
- Tuesday, Aug. 15, 4-7 pm, Broomfield Farmers' Market
- Saturday, Aug. 19, 9:30 am–12:30 pm, Broomfield Library
- Tuesday, Aug. 22, 4-7 pm, Broomfield Farmers' Market
Master Gardeners have walk-in hours from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the CSU Extension Office in the Broomfield Library. Prefer a call-back? You may leave a message anytime on the Master Gardener Helpline at 303.464.5554, or submit your question(s) using this online form.
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Second Saturdays at Spur
Aug. 12, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
CSU Spur Campus
Second Saturdays at CSU Spur are free and open to the public with family-friendly programs like cooking in the CSU Spur kitchen, watching veterinarians perform surgery, engaging with scientists at work, and playing in a kid’s kitchen or vet clinic.
A food truck is available for lunch purchase.
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Check out What's New on the Broomfield CSU Extension website
for more upcoming events!
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2023 Fall Program Guide
The 2023 Fall Broomfield Program Guide covering programs and events in September through December is available now. Check it out at Broomfield.org/ProgramGuide and discover all the great things Broomfield has to offer. Registration for most 2023 Fall programs begins on Aug. 3 at 7 a.m. For many programs, non-residents may register starting Aug. 17 at 7 a.m.
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Reach out to CSU Extension in Broomfield
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Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. | Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. | CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. | Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. | Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
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