Endangered Species Act protection proposed for monarch butterflies: What can you do?
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed that the monarch butterfly receive protection as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act after years of troubling population decline and habitat loss.
Saguaro Census Award Ceremony
Desert Botanical Garden hosted its first-ever Saguaro Census Awards Ceremony on Nov. 23, celebrating the top observers who helped document the iconic cactus as well as showcasing insights and key findings from the results.
Celebrating 85 Years of the Garden: Living Trail Revitalized for the Next Generation
Spotlight: A Midwest native with a penchant for plants and nature, Nancy Swanson has been a Desert Botanical Garden volunteer and donor since 1980.
New paper published by former PhD student Dr. Giacomo Mozzi
Paper recently published in the Annals of Botany showing how the succulent leaves differ from non-succulent leaves in their structure and function.
New paper published by Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dr. Brad Posch
Paper recently published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences showing how leaf cooling boosts tree survival during intense heat waves.
Fall Planting for Summer Success
Did you know that when you plant in the desert southwest, the timing can greatly impact the survival rate of your plants?
Making Paper Polyhedrons
With LIGHT BLOOM opening Oct. 12, gather your family and explore the fascinating world of shapes featured in the exhibition.
Meet the Artists Behind LIGHT BLOOM
Desert Botanical Garden is excited to welcome its upcoming exhibition, LIGHT BLOOM, opening Oct. 12. This immersive experience will explore the fascinating intersection of science, math and nature through stunning geometric light installations throughout the Garden.
Botanical Expedition to Peru
In August, three Desert Botanical Garden scientists embarked on a thrilling two-week expedition to Peru generously supported by longtime donors Bert and Betty Feingold.
