Walking to the University Center for the Arts, pops of blue, violet, red, orange and yellow sprout from the grounds and in the orange pots laid along the path. The Colorado State University Trial Gardens began in the 1970s, but its legacy continues to live on. As the trial gardens are constantly being developed, the team is dedicated to conserving the space as an accessible learning opportunity for the Fort Collins community. The Trial Gardens were initially located at the W.D. Holley Plant Environmental Research Center, known as PERC, from 1971 until 2000. Read the full article on the Collegian website, linked in our bio. Written by Sananda Chandy Cover photo by Ashley Potts Second photo by Natalie Dyer #collegianlife #collegianlifeandculture #csuflowergarden #CSURams #studentmedia #studentlife #rockymountaincollegian #csucollegian #rmsmc #horticulture #flowerlovers