March 2023 | Desert Botanical Garden

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Month: March 2023

Welcome new postdoc associate: Dr. Brad Posch

Welcome new postdoc associate: Dr. Brad Posch

Dr. Posch is starting the next chapter of his career as a postdoc associate in the Dryland Plant Ecophysiology Lab, studying alternative water use strategies of plants in hot environments. Brad completed his Ph.D. at the Australian National University and has spent...
How to Diagnose Plant Problems

How to Diagnose Plant Problems

Plants are susceptible to diseases, injuries and stress. Plant problems can have multiple causes, making it difficult to identify the primary or even secondary issues. To make matters worse, gardens exhibit variability because they are dynamic living systems. Plant...
Unbe-leaf-able Clover Plants

Unbe-leaf-able Clover Plants

St. Patrick’s Day is approaching, which means you might see shamrock plants at grocery stores or local nurseries.  The word shamrock has its origins from the Irish word seamróg, meaning young clover. There are many clover plants belonging to different genera, which...
Garden Staff’s Top Spring Plant Sale Picks

Garden Staff’s Top Spring Plant Sale Picks

The Garden’s Spring Plant Sale is just around the corner. From March 16 – 19, guests will have the opportunity to purchase a wide variety of desert plants, houseplants and gardening tools. Garden horticulture staff will offer their knowledge and advice as well. But...
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