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
January Greenhouse Tour
Mark your calendars! On Saturday, January 17th the club will set out to tour the personal greenhouse spaces of three Grand Valley locals. This will take the place of our regular January meeting.
If you have ever been interested in having your own protected growing space, this tour will showcase multiple styles, sizes, and methods of greenhouse growing, offering a wide variety of information.
The tour will go from 8am-12pm. Carpooling is encouraged. Bring your own bagged lunch to enjoy at the conclusion of the third and final tour.
Keep an eye out for our January newsletter for full details.
Visit our calendar for additional information.
Thanks for a Great Year at the Garden
Our final garden party of the year is behind us, and the garden is looking great as we head into Winter. We will pick back up in March. Dates to be announced.
In the meantime, feel free to visit the garden out front of the Colorado State University Tri River Area Extension: 2775 US-50, Grand Junction, CO, 81503
Happy New Year!
Thank you to all of our members, visitors, guest speakers, and gardeners for a wonderful year. We look forward to seeing all of you again in 2026. Check back soon for future events.
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.
Field Trips
Chinle C&S Society members organize and participate in a variety of field trips, both local and regional.
Demonstration Gardens
The Chinle C&S Society developed and maintains a widely acclaimed outdoor cactus and succulent garden in Grand Junction.
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.
Field Trips
Chinle C&S Society members organize and participate in a variety of field trips, both local and regional.
Demonstration Gardens
We connect with our community throughout the year to share our passion and knowledge about cacti, succulents and gardening.
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.