Even in late August, you will find vibrant colors in Broomfield's Xeriscape Demonstration Garden like this Vermilion Bluffs® Mexican sage near the DesCombes Drive entrance. Learn firsthand about late-season performers at the final guided tour of the season at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7 (see details below). Thanks to everyone who voted in our orange and blue reader poll last month! The bearded orange iris won by the slimmest of margins over the Orange Carpet® hummingbird trumpet and Mongolian Bells® clematis. | |
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Xeriscape, Anyone?
As the dog days of summer close in, CSU Extension in Broomfield is fielding a lot of questions about converting conventional lawns to more waterwise options. Where and how do you get started? Lucky for you, there are a number of trusted resources at your fingertips.
Colorado State University’s Lawn Conversion Resources page covers all things waterwise in one spot: lawn removal, xeriscape basics, landscape design, plant selection, alternative lower-water grasses, efficient irrigation, and more.
City and County of Broomfield Water Conservation Programs. Did you know Broomfield residents can apply to receive up to $750 off lawn removal services and/or complimentary Garden In A Box kits? You decide how to spend your benefit! Discounts are available on a first come, first served basis, dependent on available funds. Learn more about program requirements and how to apply online. Broomfield residents also are eligible for free sprinkler evaluations.
Ready to start designing your new xeric landscape? Plant Select®, a nonprofit collaboration of Colorado State University, Denver Botanic Gardens and professional horticulturists, introduces a new collection of beautiful, waterwise plants each year. You can find a huge online database of current and previous collections, complete with photos, descriptions, flowering season, sun/water needs, and much more. Thinking about a specific type of garden like a pollinator habitat or xeric border? Check out Plant Select®’s idea page, free waterwise landscape designs, and design photo gallery. All Plant Select® plants are trialed and tested for 2-5 years at Denver Botanic Gardens, Colorado State University, and public and private gardens. The website includes a list of retailers carrying Plant Select® plants.
Resource Central is a Boulder-based nonprofit “determined to make conservation so simple that you don’t even realize you’re doing it.” In addition to conservation programs and webinars, Resource Central offers the previously-mentioned Garden In A Box, which includes pollinator-friendly starter plants, a care guide, and plant-by-number maps. The fall sale is ending soon - supplies are limited, but discounted.
Now that you have all the tools and resources, how about a little inspiration? The Broomfield Xeriscape Demonstration Garden’s last guided tour of the season is on Saturday, Sept. 7. Learn more on compass.broomfield.org. If you can’t make the tour, you can visit the garden 24/7 any day of the year. Or check out some of the featured plants on the Broomfield CSU Extension website.
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Earn your Construction Management Certificate at CSU Spur in Denver!
From conceptual development through final construction phase, learn what it takes to oversee successful construction projects. Designed for the working professional, the seven month Construction Management Certificate Program takes place evenings and weekends at CSU Spur. If you are working in or transitioning to the construction field, this program is designed to enhance your ability to coordinate people, materials, equipment, budgets, schedules, and contracts.
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Are you ready to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality?
Secure your spot today for the fall cohort of Colorado State University's Venture Validator 1.0, a FREE program designed to help entrepreneurs kickstart their business ventures. Through this program, you will receive the necessary guidance, resources, and support to help navigate the early stages of your entrepreneurial journey. In-person and virtual options are available, with recorded sessions for those who can’t be present.
The next Venture Validator program begins on Sept. 25. Register now!
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Green School Registration is Now Open
If you love gardening and are looking for in-depth, Colorado-specific classes, now is the time to register for Colorado State University's online Green School. The Full Course is very similar to Colorado Master Gardener training, but without the volunteer commitment. The registration fee is $545, but the early bird rate is $495 if you register by Sept. 30.
Green School begins the week of November 4, 2024 and goes through March 20, 2025. Students have access to online course materials through March 2026. For more information, visit cmg.extension.colostate.edu/greenschool/.
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Broomfield Xeriscape Demo Garden Tour
Saturday, Sept. 7
9-10:30 a.m.
Don't miss this last guided tour of the season, where you will learn about the water-wise plants and techniques displayed in the garden. The tour is free and no registration is required. Find location details on compass.broomfield.org.
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CSU Webinar: Extending Your Garden Season
Wednesday, Sept. 11
12-1 p.m.
Free, but must register
Join Instructor Eric Hammond, Boulder County Extension Director and Horticulture Specialist, for this lunchtime webinar on ways to extend your growing season. View recordings of previous topics on PlantTalk Colorado.
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Vegetable Garden Basics: Saving Seeds and Garden Cleanup
Thursday, Sept. 12, 6-7 p.m.
Teaching Vegetable Garden at Brunner Farmhouse
Free, but must register
Don't miss this last class in the popular Vegetable Garden Basics series at Brunner Farmhouse. The outdoor, hands-on session will focus on seed saving techniques and garden cleanup tips.
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Ask a Master Gardener Calendar
Broomfield Master Gardeners are available to answer horticulture-related questions in convenient community locations on these dates:
- Tuesday, Sept. 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - Broomfield Extension Office
- Thursday, Sept. 5, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - Broomfield Extension Office
- Saturday, Sept. 7, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. - Broomfield Library Lobby
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Tuesday, Sept. 10, 4-7 p.m. - Broomfield Farmers' Market
- Tuesday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - Broomfield Extension Office
- Thursday, Sept. 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. - Broomfield Extension Office
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Saturday, Sept. 21, Broomfield Days - Visit the Colorado Master Gardener booth (south side of Midway Park)
For more details and directions, visit compass.broomfield.org. As the Ask a Master Gardener program transitions to the off-season, you may leave a message on the Master Gardener Helpline at 303.464.5554 or submit your question(s) using this online form.
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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:
Sept. 6, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Sept. 23, 12:30-4:30 p.m.
Oct. 9, 1-4:30 p.m.
Oct. 17, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
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2024 Broomfield Days
Broomfield's favorite event of the year is right around the corner! This activity-packed weekend is something you and your family will not want to miss. Mark your calendar for Sept. 21 at Midway Park and be sure to stop by the Broomfield Master Gardener booth!
Learn more at Broomfield.org/BroomfieldDays.
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Broomfield Utility Workshop
Learn about Broomfield’s Utility Enterprise Funds (water, sewer and stormwater) at a utility workshop being hosted by staff experts on Sept. 5 from 5-7 p.m. The workshop will provide an opportunity to learn more about Broomfield's utility infrastructure, the recommended rate increases, how Broomfield rates compare to other communities, how recent changes in regulatory requirements have impacted costs to provide utility services, and more. The first hour will provide an opportunity for attendees to visit different stations that cover enterprise fund topics. The second hour will be reserved for a question and comment period with staff. The workshop will be held in-person and will not be streamed or recorded. Learn more on the Broomfield’s Utility Enterprise Funds website.
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Home Energy Efficiency Webinar
Learn how to boost your home's energy efficiency at little to no cost at the FREE “30 Tips in 30 Minutes” webinar, where you will learn how to save money and energy in every room — perfect both for homeowners and renters! Tune in on Sept. 4 from Noon-12:45 p.m. to participate in a live 30-minute session, followed by a live Q&A, during the "Lunch & Learn" segment that will be packed with DIY tips to save energy. Can't make it? No problem! There will be a replay on Sept. 5 at 5 p.m., featuring a recorded version of the webinar and a live Q&A.
Visit Broomfield.org/EnergyEfficiencyWebinar to learn more and to register!
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Solar Switch Broomfield
Have you ever considered going solar? Save money and create a more sustainable Broomfield by going solar! CCOB is continuing to partner with Solar United Neighbors (SUN) to bring you the Solar Switch Broomfield, a follow-up to the previous solar co-op hosted by CCOB in collaboration with SUN. This program allows more residents and small businesses to participate and ensures quality solar installation. For more information about going solar, joining Solar Switch Broomfield and CCOB’s partnership with SUN, visit Broomfield.org/BroomfieldSolarSwitch. Registration closes Nov. 1.
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Broomfield Voice Refresh
Broomfield Voice got a makeover! It’s now easier than ever to provide input on projects that may impact you and your neighborhood. Visit BroomfieldVoice.com to learn how you can provide feedback, search by topics that interest you, view new proposals and more. All you have to do is select a project and engage!
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