Wildflowers to Look For This Spring
Step into the Garden's most colorful season! With recent rains as spring approaches, the desert wakes up in a burst of colors and the trails come...
From Vacant Lot to Vibrant Harvest: Juana Silva’s Story and the Power of a Growing Community
In summer 2015, the land that is now Spaces of Opportunity looked nothing like the thriving urban farm it is today.
The Night-Blooming Beauty: Peniocereus marianus
Some plants don’t just grow, they wait. And when they bloom, they do so quietly at night.
Five Date Ideas at Desert Botanical Garden
Desert Botanical Garden offers a variety of romantic ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend. From stargazing under desert skies to strolling...
New open-access book authored by Garden researcher
Senior Research Scientist Dr. Joe McAuliffe is the principal author of a new, web-based, open access book on arid and semi-arid environments of western South Africa, including the Succulent Karoo.
Make a Moon Journal
A nature journal is one of the best ways to develop a long-lasting and deep connection to the natural world.
Heart-shaped Cactus at Desert Botanical Garden
Love is in the air, and perfectly shaped on the cactus at Desert Botanical Garden. Along the trails, you will find several pads of prickly pear cactus species in the shape of hearts.
Queen of the Night Cocktail
This cocktail is inspired by night-blooming cactus. Served with glowing ice cubes emulate the moonlight filtering through the Garden.
Lab Members Recently Featured on Popular Podcast
Lab members Ali Schuessler and Brad Posch were recently featured on the popular podcast: In Defense of Plants. You can listen to Ali’s feature...