One of Hudson Gardens’ year-round residents slithering through the gardens in the warmer weather is also one of the largest of its species that you can find in Colorado.    Often mistaken for its venomous cousin, the rattlesnake, the non-venomous bullsnake or sometimes called the gopher snake, is one of the most widespread snakes in Colorado.  … Continued

Last month we talked about what goes into being a water garden volunteer, so it’s only appropriate that this month we recognize one our outstanding water garden volunteers, Dorothy Martinez.   For frequent visitors to Hudson Gardens, Dorothy is someone they have met on more than one occasion.  On Wednesdays, she can be found waist deep … Continued

It may not feel like it, but we’re halfway through June!  And with the arrival of July, comes the beginning of Victoria Water Lily bloom season. In celebration of this natural wonder, Hudson Gardens will be hosting our Annual Bloom Watch Party!  As we cannot know for certain when a bloom will occur (we are … Continued

Everyone loves to visit and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the Water Gardens at Hudson Gardens. But did you ever catch yourself wondering how these semi-tropical wonders are created in a climate known for harsh winters and temperature changes that can swing more than 40 degrees in a day? The answer can be found … Continued

With the return of warmer temperatures, some of Hudson Gardens’ year-round residents are waking up from their winter slumbers and enjoying the beautiful weather as well! One of these residents is none other than Colorado’s State Reptile, the Western Painted Turtle. The Western Painted Turtle became Colorado’s state reptile in 2008, after Jay Baichi’s 4th … Continued

Meet Lori, a Guest Services volunteer at Hudson Gardens! “I have been a happy volunteer at Hudson Gardens since March 2019. Initially, I volunteered to help with school field trips and enjoyed working with teachers and kids during 2019. Then COVID happened… and we all stayed home! In September 2020, I again began volunteering at Hudson … Continued