As a special thank you to our members, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is offering an exclusive plant presale. Have first selection of plants and troughs, located outside the Education Center.
Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is hosting its annual plant sale featuring unusual, water efficient plants perfectly suited for mountain gardens. Located outside the Education Center. *Members of the Gardens can enjoy a special presale on Thursday, June 4 from 1 – 4 p.m. With lower supplemental water needs, these plants work well in alpine soil, […]
2020 is the 200th anniversary of the Long Expedition, the first scientific exploration of Colorado that included botanist Edwin James. He, and those that followed, opened up the stunning world of plants unique to Colorado.
The tour winds through the four-acres of beautiful gardens. You’ll learn about alpine flora, mountain environments, identification, and the history of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Vail. Meet your Garden Guide at the Education Center at 10:30 a.m. Plan to arrive several minutes early. The Education Center is a 5 minute walk from the parking […]
The tour winds through the four-acres of beautiful gardens. You’ll learn about alpine flora, mountain environments, identification, and the history of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Vail. Meet your Garden Guide at the Education Center at 10:30 a.m. Plan to arrive several minutes early. The Education Center is a 5 minute walk from the parking […]
The Effects of Global and Regional Climate Change on Wildflowers and Animals in the Colorado Rocky Mountains Dr. David Inouye of the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory will share his research on how global and regional climate change has affected wildflowers and animals in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The data David Inouye has collected at the […]
Create watercolor masterpieces with local mural artist at the base of the Rock Garden Waterfall in the Alpine Plaza. This class is intended to introduce you to watercolors and observation in how to paint flowers. All levels welcome! Materials provided. Space is limited and social distancing protocols will be followed.
The tour winds through four-acres of beautiful gardens . You’ll learn about alpine flora and mountain environments, identification, and the history of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Vail. Meet your Garden Guide at the Education Center at 10:30 a.m. If you are parking, allow time to get to the Education Center from the parking lot. […]
The tour winds through the four-acres of beautiful gardens. You’ll learn about alpine flora, mountain environments, identification, and the history of Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Vail. Meet your Garden Guide at the Education Center at 10:30 a.m. Plan to arrive several minutes early. The Education Center is a 5 minute walk from the parking […]