Our History
Get to know the history behind Landscape for Life™, the United States Botanic Garden, and Colorado State University.
Landscape for Life™
The Landscape for Life™ program was developed by United States Botanic Garden and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, based on the principles of the Sustainable SITES Initiative (SITES®). The program is now a collaboration between Colorado State University Extension and the United States Botanic Garden.
United States Botanic Garden
The United States Botanic Garden (USBG) is the oldest continuously operating public garden in the United States, established by Congress in 1820. The U.S. Botanic Garden inspires people to appreciate, study and conserve plants to enrich society locally and globally. With over a million visitors annually, the USBG strives to demonstrate and promote sustainable practices. It is a living plant museum accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and Botanic Gardens Conservation International. USBG.gov.
Colorado State University
Six years before Colorado became a state, in 1870, the territorial governor authorized the creation of Colorado’s own Land Grant University — the Agricultural College of Colorado, which would later become Colorado State University in Fort Collins.
Recent Stories
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The sun rises of Rifle Colorado, home of the Garfield County Fair, July 27, 2021 News from the Source
The Colorado laws making drought-tolerant landscaping easier
Colorado has passed several laws to empower residents to adopt new water-saving practices. Here’s why you should (and how you can) join this growing movement.
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The sun rises of Rifle Colorado, home of the Garfield County Fair, July 27, 2021 News from the Source
Simple plant propagation: How to divide plants and conquer hearts
Plants make popular gifts. Sharing a prized garden specimen can make a gift extra-special. Beyond being a thoughtful gesture, dividing and sharing plants offers multiple benefits that can extend well beyond the boundaries of your garden.
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Colorado State University Warner College of Natural Resources take a field exam on the Pingree Park Campus in the NR 220 Natural Resources Ecology and Measurements course, July 9, 2014. News from the Source
Want to remove your lawn? Here’s how not to kill your trees.
Thinking of swapping out your front lawn for a new xeriscape? Don’t forget to think of the trees. Contrary to common belief, the majority of tree roots are near the soil surface, and widely spread.
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The sun rises of Rifle Colorado, home of the Garfield County Fair, July 27, 2021 News from the Source
Dandelions — friend or foe?
The humble dandelion often gets a bad reputation as a nuisance weed. However, some have come to appreciate this edible, bee-friendly perennial.
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