Something strange happens to water as it moves through the stems of horsetail plants – and this unique process provides ...

In the harsh, dry landscapes where few plants survive, one tree stands tall - the acacia. In this episode, we explore how ...

A newly discovered plant found by a national park volunteer in the Texas desert is a small, fuzzy flower that pokes up between rocks. With its limited range, this species could be threatened by ...

Increasingly frequent and severe heat waves in the Southwest are damaging some desert plants known for thriving in harsh conditions. Saguaro cacti and agave have both suffered in sweltering ...

Answer: Certainly! Cacti are an excellent choice for plant enthusiasts. While they do have some specific needs, many are easy ...

Southwestern native plants have a strong role in creating desert landscapes with many cacti, succulent, shrub and tree species available for purchase at local plant nurseries.

A desert native, and high school biology teacher is on a mission to connect her high school students with the beauty and importance of native plants ...

We all know cacti store water—but to survive, they migrate their flowers, and so much more. Scientists want to copy the resilient plants' methods to help engineer our future.

Within the garden, you’ll also find ginkgo, cinnamon, mulberry and countless others that are native to many regions ...

Gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers, reserve Nov. 16 for an extraordinary free event hosted by the Desert Horticultural Society. The organization's Native Plant Community Celebration brings ...

Sand scorpions, nocturnal hunters who spend their days in burrows, also leave distinct tracks.

Climate change is drastically shrinking the habitat of valuable Desert teak, a tree prized for medicine and economy. A new ...