CCSS Member Tour of Chatfield Farms and Greenhouse
Join the Colorado Cactus and Succulent Society for a special members-only tour of Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms!
We are fortunate to have Grace Johnson, Assistant Manager of Horticulture at Chatfield Farms, and Michael Guidi, Manager of Horticulture Research, leading two unique tours highlighting the gardens, plants, research, and behind-the-scenes work at Chatfield Farms.
Grace oversees several of Chatfield Farms’ specialty gardens, including the Plant Select Demonstration Garden, unirrigated cactus collection, xeric gardens, and rock and crevice gardens. She will lead members through the gardens near the Welcome Center, highlighting plants and landscapes of particular interest to cactus and succulent enthusiasts.
Michael leads horticultural research at Denver Botanic Gardens, where his work focuses on plant evaluation, research trials, and understanding how plants perform in Colorado’s challenging growing conditions. He will take members behind the scenes to explore the greenhouses, plant trials, and research areas at Chatfield Farms.
Members will meet at the Chatfield Farms Welcome Center and divide into two groups. Halfway through the afternoon, the groups will switch so everyone has the opportunity to experience both tours.
Space is limited to 40 CCSS members, and advance registration is required. Registration will close once all spaces are filled.
Be on the lookout for a registration link coming soon to your email!
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
Location: Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms
Capacity: 40 CCSS members
Additional meeting, parking, and carpooling details will be provided to registered participants before the tour.
We hope you’ll join us for this special opportunity to explore Chatfield Farms and learn from two of its horticultural experts!
