IV INTERNATIONAL SYPOSIUM ON GERMPLASM OF ORNAMENTALS

• Registration and Welcome

Dr. Jennifer Bousselot – Colorado State University

Dr. Daniel Bucham – Colorado State University

Dr. Jim Klett – Colorado State University

Dr. Tony Koski – Colorado State University

Dr. Chad Miller – Colorado State University

Dr. Alison O’Connor – Colorado State University Extension

Dr. Gayle Volk – USDA ARS

Mr. Phillip Douglas – Denver Botanic Gardens

Mr. Ross Shrigley – Plant Select

• Only abstracts submitted in English will be reviewed.
• Abstracts must not exceed 300 words.
• Abstracts must not contain tables, pictures or graphs.
• All abbreviations must be spelled out on first use.
• Abstracts should be thoroughly checked for spelling and grammar.
• An abstract submission charge is due upon submission of an abstract and applies to the presenting author only. For ISHS Individual members, the abstract submission charge is fully waived.
• Those who do not hold a user account with ISHS yet: create an ISHS user account first. After payment and activation of your user account, you can start your abstract submission.
• Abstracts must always be submitted by the presenting author, using their own personal ISHS user account. Submitting an abstract on behalf of, or using the ISHS user account of another author is strictly prohibited. Abstracts must be submitted by 1 March 2025 for consideration by the Scientific Committee. Authors will be notified of provisional acceptance of abstracts beginning on 20 January 2025 and will also be notified if the abstract has been selected for an oral or poster presentation.
• All oral presenters, including invited and keynote speakers, must submit a manuscript for Acta Horticulturae according to the Acta Horticulturae guidelines ( https://www.ishs.org/authors) by 1 July 2025. (Alternatively, presenters have the option to submit a full scientific manuscript on the topic presented at the symposium to the ISHS Scientific Journal in lieu of submitting a manuscript for Acta Horticulturae). Oral presenters who fail to submit a manuscript for publication in Acta Horticulturae or the ISHS Scientific Journal may be refused the floor for making their oral presentation. Authors of posters are strongly encouraged to prepare and submit a manuscript for Acta Horticulturae.

• Presenting authors of abstracts accepted for presentation (both oral/poster) must register for the symposium by 30 June 2025. Failing to register for the symposium will result in your abstract being withdrawn from the symposium program and your manuscript being withdrawn from the Acta Horticulturae symposium proceedings.
• Failing to present (oral/poster) at the symposium will result in your manuscript being withdrawn from the Acta Horticulturae symposium proceedings.

• Early registration: 21 May 2025

• Cheyenne, Wyoming
  Visit Cheyenne: This site offers comprehensive information on attractions, events, and accommodations in Cheyenne, including the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens and the High Plains Arboretum. 
• Boulder, Colorado
  Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau: Provides details on things to do, places to stay, and upcoming events in Boulder. 
• Denver, Colorado
  Visit Denver: The official travel and visitor information site for Denver, featuring guides on attractions, restaurants, hotels, and events.
• Greeley, Colorado
  Visit Greeley: Offers visitor guides, event calendars, and information on attractions and accommodations in Greeley.
• Loveland, Colorado
  Visit Loveland: Provides details on local attractions, events, dining, and lodging options in Loveland.
• Estes Park, Colorado
  Visit Estes Park: The official site for Estes Park tourism, featuring information on Rocky Mountain National Park, local attractions, and lodging. 
• Longmont, Colorado
  Visit Longmont: Offers comprehensive guides on attractions, events, dining, and accommodations in Longmont. 
• Colorado Springs, Colorado
  Visit Colorado Springs: The official tourism website for Colorado Springs, featuring guides on attractions like Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and more.

• The Gardens on Spring Creek: This 18-acre botanical garden features various themed gardens, including a Children’s Garden, Foothills Garden, Prairie Garden, Rock Garden, and several specialty gardens like the Butterfly/Hummingbird Garden and the Moon Garden. It also hosts a Butterfly House with over 300 North American butterflies. For more information, visit The Gardens on Spring Creek.
• Colorado State University Flower Trial Garden: Located at the northeast corner of College Avenue and Lake Street, this garden displays over 1,200 varieties of flowers that are evaluated under Colorado’s extreme climatic conditions. It’s a great place to see vibrant and diverse plant species. Details can be found at the CSU Flower Trial Garden.
• Colorado State University Heritage Arboretum: The Heritage arboretum is the main site for woody plant research trials in the region and contains more than 1,100 different plant taxa.
• Denver Botanic Gardens: Features themed gardens like a Japanese garden, South African Steppe garden, and an Alpine rock garden, along with a tropical conservatory.
• Cheyenne Botanic Gardens: Features the Shane Smith Grand Conservatory, Paul Smith Children’s Village, and extensive gardens showcasing diverse plant collections.
• High Plains Arboretum: A historic 62-acre site where hardy trees, shrubs, and flowers were tested for survival in the High Plains’ challenging climate.
• Nix Native Plant Garden: This garden showcases a variety of native plants and provides design and planning tips for incorporating these species into home landscapes. It is located at the Natural Areas Department’s offices on Hoffman Mill Road. More information is available on the City of Fort Collins website.
• Horsetooth Mountain Open Space: While not a traditional garden, this open space offers stunning wildflower hikes, especially around Horsetooth Falls, where you can see beautiful wildflowers in their natural habitat. Learn more at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space.