It’s Pollinator Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the unsung heroes of our ecosystems: pollinators! From the tiniest bee to the most magnificent butterfly, these incredible creatures are vital to the health of our planet and the bounty of our gardens.</p> Take a stroll through our diverse plant collections, and you’ll notice the flurry of activity. Bees—native solitary bees, fuzzy bumblebees and the familiar honeybees—dart from blossom to blossom, their tiny bodies laden with pollen. Butterflies flit gracefully. Even hummingbirds, with their iridescent throats and rapid wingbeats, do their part, sipping nectar and transferring pollen as they go. A particularly special place to spy pollinators at York Street is the Birds and Bees Walk</a>, which has installations</a> that help support the diverse and eclectic habitat needs of an array of creatures. At Chatfield Farms, you’ll want to visit the butterfly house</a>, where you can encounter native butterflies like swallowtails, monarchs, mourning cloaks and painted ladies in a lush and colorful garden.</p> Why are these small but mighty creatures so important? Pollinators are responsible for one out of every three bites of food we eat. They pollinate crops like apples, almonds, coffee and chocolate, ensuring we have a diverse and delicious diet. Beyond our plates, they are crucial for the reproduction of countless wildflowers, trees and shrubs, maintaining biodiversity and healthy habitats for all wildlife.</p> But pollinators are facing significant challenges, from habitat loss and pesticide use to climate change. Even small actions can have a big impact. Consider planting native plants in your own garden – these are often the best food sources for local pollinators. Reduce or eliminate pesticide use and provide a shallow water source for thirsty bees and butterflies.</p> Visit us throughout the month and observe these amazing creatures up close. You might even spot a new favorite pollinator you hadn't noticed before. Be sure to join us for special programming on Pollinator Day, Friday, June 27</a>, to experience all things pollinators.</p> Let's celebrate our pollinators this month and work together to create a world where they can thrive. </p>
We can grow together.</p> Denver Botanic Gardens is excited to announce Colorado Gives Day coming up on Tuesday, December 7.</p> </picture> </div> </div> </article> For 24 hours, Colorado comes together to raise funds for local nonprofits and we’re excited to be part of the day! On Colorado Gives Day, we’ll be celebrating. We’re celebrating you, because without our supporters, the Gardens would not have had the success we’ve had over the past year. </p> More than a collection of diverse flora from around the globe, the Gardens has over 80 community partners that offer support to the underserved. From providing fresh produce for those in food deserts</a>, to free passes to the Gardens for school groups, from hands-on training for veterans through our Chatfield Farms Veterans Program</a>, to consulting with municipalities to rethink public landscapes as a way to reduce water use</a>, the Gardens hasn’t been shy about extending our reach beyond our gates.</p> </picture> </div> </div> </article> Our work spreads far beyond our local community. We are building connections all over the world</a> to assist other countries with plant conservation and botanic gardens development. The Gardens has continued to provide a sense of sanctuary as we navigate an ever-changing landscape. And we have kept up our connections with our community partners.</p> We invite you to join us by helping us share the news about Colorado Gives Day and invite your family, friends and your personal network to participate. Every gift is tax-deductible and helps us complete our mission. Our efforts to connect people with plants is more vital now than ever before. This day of giving is one of the many ways you can make a real difference.</p> </picture> </div> </div> </article> Together, we can make the world a better place for our neighbors and our global community.</p> Donate Now</a> </p>
