An Interview with Fernando Botero
Born in Medellin, Colombia, in 1932, Fernando Botero is one of the world’s most recognized living artists of our time. With his first paintings and...
Cactus-Themed Summer Cocktail Recipes
With prickly pear fruit coming into season, Gertrude’s Restaurant has a couple of fun summer drinks that will pare well for almost any summer gathering.
Saguaro Census Result 2023
Desert Botanical Garden’s Saguaro Census in May 2023 recorded 3,670 saguaro observations across metro Phoenix in May with the support of Valley residents and volunteers, expanding its total number of observations to more than 19,000 since the project’s launch in 2022.
How Desert Botanical Garden is Helping Saguaros Under a Hotter Climate
In 2020, researchers and horticulture staff began collecting seeds from wild saguaro populations. The seeds are collected from saguaro fruits and are stored in large stainless-steel freezers in the Garden’s Ahearn Desert Conservation Laboratory.
Monsoon Horticultural Tips for Trees
There is no two ways about it. Poorly-groomed trees can damage your home and landscape during severe summer storms. Strong winds can uproot trees,...
Maya’s Jambalaya Recipe
Celebrate Juneteenth with a vegan jambalaya recipe from local chef Maya Bartlett, owner of Maya’s Cajun Kitchen.
Bucket-list gardens to add to your summer travel plans
From big city adventures and mountain getaways to family trips to the beach, summer is a time to take in new sights, try new restaurants and unwind....
Pet-Friendly Landscapes and Plants
Pets are a vital part of many people’s everyday lives. Keeping them safe, whether indoors or outdoors, sometimes involves creative solutions for...
Meet Arizona Artist Ebone “Muse” Johnson
The Garden is commemorating Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day, June 14-19, which includes a special storytelling experience hosted by artist Ebone “Muse” Johnson.
