Tag: conservation
Endangered Species Act protection proposed for monarch butterflies: What can you do?
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently announced their intention to list the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. Following a comment period and evaluation of additional information, a final decision will...
Botanical Expedition to Peru
In August, three Desert Botanical Garden scientists embarked on a thrilling two-week expedition to Peru generously supported by longtime donors Bert and Betty Feingold. The trip was meticulously planned by Garden Living Collections Curator and Research Botanist Raul...
Pop(p)e Up Shop(pe)
Phoenix-based artist Paige Poppe launched a new stunning Save the Saguaros collection available at the Garden Shop, that focuses on the urgent need to save the saguaro. Her work draws inspiration from the towering presence of these iconic desert plants and the vital...
