Betty Ford
Alpine Gardens
Featured Event
Plants and Pollinators
Public Workshop
Emily Griffoul, Conservation Scientist & Nanette Kuich, Education Director Find out about the evolutionary relationship of pollinators to plants, some of our local pollinators and the native plants they depend […]
New Book Release!
On the Roof of the Rocky Mountains
A new book celebrating Betty Ford Alpine Gardens, its stunning alpine botanic collections and its dedication to the conservation of high mountain plants and habitat. An informative narrative and photographic journey through one of the most beautiful and distinguished high altitude (8,200 feet) botanical gardens in the world.
When you purchase the book, you are supporting a team of scientists, educators, horticulturists, and volunteers who, together, work to conserve the alpine environment and
curate a beautiful space for Vail’s community.
Available June 26th.
Education Center Exhibit
Alpines: Conquerors of the Cold
The harsh Alpine ecosystem is too brutal for trees to live. Explore intimate photographic portraits of survivors, from lichens to pikas, that have evolved strategies to endure in the world’s toughest environment.
Immerse yourself in the land above the trees.
Upcoming Events
- No events scheduled for June 18, 2021.
Week of Events
Garden Tour
Garden Tour
The tour winds through the five-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 […]
Chef Test
Take a Walk on the Wild Side Wildflower Guided Tour
Take a Walk on the Wild Side Wildflower Guided Tour
See what is blooming in nature and how these plants relate to mountain ecosystems outside the Garden walls. Meet at the Education Center and be prepared for an off the […]
Garden Tour
Garden Tour
The tour winds through the five-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 […]
Garden Tour
Garden Tour
The tour winds through the five-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 […]