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New paper published by Ph.D. candidate Davis Blasini
Fremont cottonwood are among the most important tree species in the western US providing habitat for numerous species. However, cottonwood forests are also recognized as being highly threatened by many factors, including climate change. A recent paper published by...
The Chavez Legacy Continues
Meet Alejandro Chavez Alejandro Chavez is an activist who works in grassroots organizing, Latinx outreach and movement-building to activate positive change in communities. He served as the campaign manager for Ruben Gallego’s successful run for State Representative....
Feminine Nature
Celebrate Women’s History Month by re-visiting some of the strong and dedicated women who have helped shape Desert Botanical Garden.
Garden Staff Picks | Children’s Books
Garden Staff Picks | Children's Books Looking for great books for kids? Dive into some selections recommended by Garden staff that will take young readers into the world of the Southwest desert and beyond. Visit the Garden Shop on your next visit or online.“The Story...
Celebrating Black History Month | George Washington Carver
The most prominent black scientist of the 20th century George Washington Carver was born in Missouri in 1865. As a child, he spent a lot of time outdoors working in a garden and became fascinated with plants. In the 1880s he attended Iowa State Agricultural College in...
Celebrating Black History Month | Meet Diana Gregory
Meet Diana Gregory Diana Gregory has enjoyed a successful 30-year, multifaceted corporate marketing and sales career with Anheuser-Busch until she retired. During those corporate years, Diana learned the immeasurable value of creating strategic alliances. In 2009, she...
