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
October Club Meeting
Our meeting on Thursday October 14th, 6:30 – 8:30 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley (UUCGV on Ouray Ave) will feature a presentation by club member Doris Schlichter: “Botanical Glories of Philadelphia: 2021 Philly Flower Show and Longwood Gardens.”
See the calendar for more details.
Upcoming October Garden Parties
This month we will have the last gardening session of 2021 at each of our gardens. Members and visitors are welcome to join us to put the gardens to bed for the year.
Saturday October 9 (9:00 – 11:00 am) at the Western Colorado Botanical Garden.
Saturday October 23 (9:00 – 11:00 am) at our CSU Extension demonstration garden.
Location details are on the calendar . The entire gardening schedule and more information can be downloaded here: 2021 Garden Parties.
2021 Club Photo Contest
The October 31st deadline for photo submissions is drawing near!
Download the brochure for the ten categories and submission rules.
Again this year the entry format will be digital only.
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 two widely acclaimed outdoor cactus and succulent gardens 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.