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Welcome to Branches of the Past, an ongoing collection of short stories that highlight the history, camaraderie and memorable moments in CNGA history, as told by CNGA members. These memories reflect the deep roots...

NEW MEMBERSKuenzi Turf & NurseryZach KuenziSalem, OR Nordic GardensHeather BeckerCarbondale, CO Calabrese Greenhouse Inc.Joseph Calabrese IIArvada, COMatt Karau Lone Tree, COKris Pendleton Boulder, CO Shady Grove HorticultureJason ShimmelErie, CO Calli FerberPalisade, CO Sara PainterThornton, CO Basys ProcessingAdam MesseroleLenexa, KS Camelot...

The Colorado Horticulture Research and Education Foundation (CHREF) extends its heartfelt gratitude to Gary Epstein for his many years of dedicated service to the board and the horticulture industry at large. As Gary transitions...

By Hicks & Associates  The First Regular Session of the 75th General Assembly began on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Opening day featured speeches from leadership in both the House and Senate. Following the recent election,...

New CNGA Board Members Elected for 2025 We’re excited to welcome Brian Austin and Katelynn Martinez to the Colorado Nursery & Greenhouse Association (CNGA) Board of Directors! Each of these individuals brings unique skills, expertise,...

By Julie Echter, CNGA Incoming Board President It is both an honor and a privilege to step into the role of President of the Colorado Nursery & Greenhouse Association this year. As someone who has...

The Perennial Trial Garden Committee at CSU met recently to determine their “Top Performers” from the 2024 trial.  These “Top Performers” were grown for three seasons and two winters (2022, 2023 and 2024) and performed well so as...

By Meg Amendola When Bob Conner began his career in horticulture 40 years ago, he didn't foresee becoming a fixture in Colorado's greenhouse and nursery industry. A young man new to Colorado, Bob answered an ad...

By Hicks & Associates The 2024 general election proved to be an impactful cycle for GreenCO endorsed candidates. There were significant shifts at both national and state levels. Key races and ballot measures reflected competing...

The 2024 growing season was more normal this summer compared to last summer.  There were lots of great plants in the trials this summer.  The Trial Garden Advisory Committee met on September 13, to review...