Meet Some of the Farmers from Spaces of Opportunity

February 28, 2023

In Phoenix, overlooked by South Mountain, farmers are growing rows of vegetables, citrus trees and nopals, or prickly pear cactus, on a 19-acre urban farm. In the heart of south Phoenix lies Spaces of Opportunity, a collaboration of Desert Botanical Garden, Tiger...

A Taste of History: Gluten-Free Collard Green Veggie Hummus Wrap Recipe

February 8, 2023

The Garden’s Fund the Farm event to support Spaces of Opportunity is March 24. For the season, Spaces farmers are growing a number of enriching vegetables like mustard and collard greens. Greens are vegetables that are members of the cabbage family. Greens are a...

Moonlight Spritz Recipe

January 27, 2023

Museum of the Moon lands at the Garden on Feb. 7 through 14. To prepare for this stellar exhibit from UK artist Luke Jerram, enjoy this a moon-themed drink recipe that is out of this world! This Moonlight Spritz is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or any other...

Challie Facemire Q&A

January 27, 2023

Meet Challie Facemire, Program Director for the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance Central Arizona Conservation Alliance (CAZCA) was founded in 2012 as an ongoing initiative of Desert Botanical Garden. Together with regional partners, CAZCA developed a long-term...

Lentil Salad Recipe

January 24, 2023

Was your New Year’s resolution to try healthy recipes and dishes? Gertrude’s Restaurant has you covered with this delish lentil salad recipe that includes an orange sumac vinaigrette dressing, sweet potatoes, fried garbanzos and lentils. Try it yourself for your next...

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Meet Some of the Farmers from Spaces of Opportunity

A Taste of History: Gluten-Free Collard Green Veggie Hummus Wrap Recipe

Moonlight Spritz Recipe

Challie Facemire Q&A

Lentil Salad Recipe