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Tissue Sampling a Desert Botanical Garden Icon

Tissue Sampling a Desert Botanical Garden Icon

On a beautiful Monday morning in January, scientists from Desert Botanical Garden and the Arizona Genomics Institute (AGI) from the University of Arizona came together to embark on an exciting scientific journey—sampling the iconic giant cardon cactus, located right...
Native Bees | The Unsung Heroes of the Desert

Native Bees | The Unsung Heroes of the Desert

Spring brings an astounding display of desert wildflowers thanks to behind-the-scenes contributions of winter rains and native bees. Flowers rely on bee pollinators to create seeds for the next season’s blooms. Native bees’ relationship with plants extends...
World Labyrinth Day

World Labyrinth Day

May 3, 2025 is World Labyrinth Day! Join “Toward 2050” artist Ann Morton and labyrinth expert Jennifer Waldron for a guided labyrinth experience 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. at Sunset Plaza. Included with Garden admission. First 100 visitors will receive a commemorative button....
Seed Planting for Kids

Seed Planting for Kids

Early spring is the perfect time to germinate seeds. This activity helps children find joy in watching plants take root and grow! They are also able to see the major parts of the plant—the seeds, roots and stems—up close and personal.  Supplies:  Dried raw seeds: (dry...
Fund the Farm Celebration 2025 Recap

Fund the Farm Celebration 2025 Recap

This year’s Fund the Farm Celebration raised more than $40,000 for Spaces of Opportunity, whose mission is to help transform a food desert to a food oasis through the coordination of a 19-acre incubator farm, family gardens and an on-site farmers market. With...
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