Diversity Through People and Plants
During Diversity Month, the Garden is sharing stories of people, their relationship with plants and the important role diversity plays for both. It...
Pining for Pineapple
Pineapples in the desert Arizona has many seasons that are perfect for fruit growing. You can often smell the blooming flowers from fruit trees...
A Disappearing Icon
Saguaros Under Threat No feature of the Sonoran Desert is more recognizable than the iconic saguaro cactus, soaring in height above all other...
The Orange Home Presents: DIY Paper Towels
Tired of the cost, waste and effort of buying paper towels week after week? You're not alone. Jessica Bui of The Orange Home shares her easy and...
Diversity Month | Meet Hussein Al Hamka
In celebration of diversity month, learn about how Garden staff and the plants from around the world contribute to the culture of the Garden. This...
Earth Day Tool Shed | 2021
Celebrate Earth Day throughout the month of April with Desert Botanical Garden. The theme of this year’s Earth Day is Restore Our Earth. Learn about...
Plume Power | The Mystery of Gambel’s Quail
Garden visitors often ask why Gambel’s quail have those curious-looking plumes on their heads that are especially prominent on the males. Composed...
The Chavez Legacy Continues
Meet Alejandro Chavez Alejandro Chavez is an activist who works in grassroots organizing, Latinx outreach and movement-building to activate...
Activity | Plant Potions
Create a magical potion from nature! Fairies and wizards are not the only potion makers. With spring in full swing, now is a great time to get...
