Activity | Plant Potions

March 23, 2021

Create a magical potion from nature! Fairies and wizards are not the only potion makers. Plants play a vital role in our lives. In fact, many modern-day medicines are derived from plants. Scientists are still learning all of the different ways plants can enhance our...

Activity | Shades of Green

March 10, 2021

Discover a Color field of green in the desert While some might think the desert is just brown and dusty, with a closer look, you can find many shades of green. Head out in search of all things green to re-discover the saturated color palette of the Sonoran Desert....

Garden Staff Picks | Children’s Books

March 1, 2021

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...

Activity | Wild & Unusual Plants

March 1, 2021

Wild & Unusual Plants | Seek and Find The desert is full of strange and amazing plants that are adapted to survive and thrive in extreme living conditions. Head to the Garden or search your neighborhood to find some of the most bizarre plants of the Sonoran...

Activity | Water Wisdom

February 22, 2021

Following Water in the Desert Have you ever followed water? If you were to take a hot air balloon ride and look out over the desert, you would see a combination of valleys and mountains—often referred to as ‘basin and range’. This topography creates ways for...

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Activity | Plant Potions

Activity | Shades of Green

Garden Staff Picks | Children’s Books

Activity | Wild & Unusual Plants

Activity | Water Wisdom