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New open-access book authored by Garden researcher

New open-access book authored by Garden researcher

February 12, 2026

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. The book focuses on...
The Genes Gambit

The Genes Gambit

January 20, 2022

The plants at Desert Botanical Garden typically bask in balmy weather, but parts of them are endlessly chilling out in Antarctic temperatures. That’s because Garden researchers are collecting genomic samples of plants for preservation efforts as part of a global...
Earth Day Tool Shed | 2021

Earth Day Tool Shed | 2021

April 7, 2021

Celebrate Earth Day throughout the month of April with Desert Botanical Garden. The theme of this year’s Earth Day is Restore Our Earth. Learn about a variety of ways you and your family can help preserve nature and be a good steward to the environment. The Tool Shed...
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