Welcome to the Chinle Cactus & Succulent Society

We are a Western Colorado club whose mission is to promote knowledge, enjoyment, cultivation, and conservation of cacti and other succulent plants among its members and other individuals and organizations throughout West-Central Colorado. We created and maintain a beautiful cactus and succulent Demonstration Garden in Grand Junction: at the Colorado State University Extension office. This garden also presents xeric and native plants and showcases various garden design strategies that work in our challenging local climate.

News & Upcoming Events

Photo by Maryann Benoit

No October 10th Regular Meeting

We won’t have a meeting on our regularly scheduled day in October: the second Thursday of the month.

We’ll resume our scheduled meetings on Thursday November 14th and have a great program in the planning.

Photo by Maryann Benoit

Saturday October 12, 9:00 – 11:00 am: Our Last Garden Party of the 2024 Season

Help put our CSU Extension demonstration garden to bed for the year on Saturday, October 12th from 9:00 – 11:00. We’ve had a really great gardener turnout this year and the garden has looked fantastic. Thank you 2024 gardeners!

These light gardening get-togethers are a great way for members and guests to learn about cactus and succulent gardening and meet “like minded” horticulture enthusiasts. The club’s garden is located on the north side of the CSU Extension Office.

Check out our 2024 gardening calendar that includes more information about our “garden parties” here.

Photo by Don Campbell

The October 31st (Halloween) Photo Submission Deadline is Just Around the Corner!

Photo Categories:

1. Abstract
2. Animal
3. Cactus / Succulents in a Natural Setting
4. Close-up
5. Fibonacci Sequence / Fractals
6. Grand Junction Art / Architecture
7. Landscape
8. Nighttime
9. Shadows
10. Open / Artistic

Video Categories:

1. How-To
2. Time Lapse
3. “Let’s _______!”

For submission information please download the announcement flyer here.

Photo by Kim Krueger

Save the Date!

The club will hold our Annual Dinner Meeting on Saturday, December 14th. Stay tuned for details and registration information ….

What We Do

In addition to our Monthly Programs, we usually organize a few Field Trips every year, some local and others further afield, to view plants in habitat. We also participate in various Education Outreach activities where we connect with the community to share our passion and knowledge about cacti and succulents. The club can also be contacted to help in plant re-homing — indoor cacti or succulents sometimes get too big for their space or too big a chore to maintain. We may also be able to assist with garden rescues if outdoor cacti or succulents no longer fit your landscaping needs.

Monthly Programs

Each month the Chinle C&S Society provides a program to members and guests.

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Field Trips

Chinle C&S Society members organize and participate in a variety of field trips, both local and regional.

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Demonstration Gardens

The Chinle C&S Society developed and maintains a widely acclaimed outdoor cactus and succulent garden in Grand Junction.

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What We Do

In addition to our Monthly Programs, we usually organize a few Field Trips every year, some local and others further afield, to view plants in habitat. We also participate in various Education Outreach activities where we connect with the community to share our passion and knowledge about cacti and succulents. The club can also be contacted to help in plant re-homing — indoor cacti or succulents sometimes get too big for their space or too big a chore to maintain. We may also be able to assist with garden rescues if outdoor cacti or succulents no longer fit your landscaping needs.

Monthly Programs

Each month the Chinle C&S Society provides a program to members and guests.

More Details

Field Trips

Chinle C&S Society members organize and participate in a variety of field trips, both local and regional.

More Details

Demonstration Gardens

We connect with our community throughout the year to share our passion and knowledge about cacti, succulents and gardening.

More Details

Thank You

A heartfelt ‘thank you’ to the many club members and friends who have generously donated their time and resources to build our great club. Our programs and public garden are only possible with your help and the support that we receive from the Tri River Area Colorado State University Extension.