Jane Shellenberger
- Mar 17, 2023

March 2023 News

Hello Gardeners & Plant Lovers!

Due to a snafu on our Homepage the Subscription tab wasn't working properly until a few days ago. My apologies! It is now up & running so if you would like to subscribe to our 2 print issues this year please click here. On the page, you can also subscribe to our email list.

The Spring issue will be mailed out starting April 18, the Harvest issue on August 18-20. If you prefer you can mail us a check for $15 to Colorado Gardener: PO Box 238, Hygiene, CO 80533

We will also have free issues available for pickup at your garden centers and other shops in mid-late April.

Check out our Colorado Gardener Calendar for lots of events coming this spring.

Happy Spring,

Jane 🐦

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