History of La Posada
A Mexican holiday tradition is returning to the Garden and adding an extra layer of magic to Las Noches de las Luminarias on Dec.18. La Posada will...
Jingle Beth Recipe
Beginning Dec. 1, celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a specialty cranberry cocktail at Gertrude’s Restaurant.
A Big Warm Thank You to You
Every day the Garden is grateful for its visitors, staff, volunteers, members and donors who make the experience here one that is memorable.
Garden Hosted Its First Naturalization Ceremony On Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, The Garden hosted its first Naturalization Ceremony welcoming 25 new citizens to the United States.
Plants Tips: Poinsettias
Bracts are the red flower-like petals you might find on a poinsettia, but they are specialized leaves. Look closely at the center of the bracts, and you will see small flowers. Poinsettias are in the Euphorbia family related to succulent euphorbias.
Green Chili Corn Chowder Recipe
The weather is getting colder, the holidays are approaching and you’re probably looking for your next fall recipe. Try your hand at this rich and hearty soup that is a favorite from Gertrude’s Restaurant. This recipe for green chili corn chowder will enlighten the senses.
Ryan Thayer Q&A
Desert Botanical Garden is excited to announce Ryan Thayer has joined as the first executive director for Spaces of Opportunity. Spaces of...
Pumpkin Carving Guide
Strange Garden is right around the corner, once you pick up your free pumpkin at the event, use these boo-tanical inspired pumpkin-carving stencils...
The Valley’s Tastiest Festival Returns to Desert Botanical Garden in 2023
This article was written by food critic Howard Seftel. At last: The world feels like it’s finally beginning to awaken from a long Covid nightmare....
