The surprising tricks cacti use to survive the harshest climates on Earth
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.
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Phoenix from Above: A Breathtaking Drone Journey
Soar over the vibrant city of Phoenix with this stunning drone footage. Marvel at the striking contrast of modern skyscrapers set against the rugged beauty of the Sonoran Desert, with iconic saguaro ...
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Hiker shares frustrations after making unsightly discovery on local trail: 'My heart just sank'
"If we don't acknowledge the beauty and the power that we have to protect, then it's going to be lost." Hiker shares ...
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The Most Gorgeous Golf Course In America Is In Arizona . . . And It Isn’t In Scottsdale
No, this isn’t a scene from Jurassic Park meets Happy Gilmore – it’s the real deal, right here in Arizona! Welcome to ...
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The Gorgeous Elvis Memorial Chapel In Arizona You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
That’s exactly what happens when you first lay eyes on the Elvis Memorial Chapel in Apache Junction, Arizona. Standing ...
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Where to Stargaze This Fall: 7 U.S. Parks You’ll Fall in Love With
Want to experience stargazing? It might be time to head to a national park. Located away from major urban areas, these places ...
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Sonoran Desert Passive House, a white volume integrated around saguaro cacti and mesquite trees
A deep respect for the fragile nature of the Sonoran desert guided design decisions. The preservation of the natural landscape was paramount. Existing saguaro cacti and mesquite trees were not removed ...
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6 Steps to Xeriscape Your Phoenix Yard
An experienced landscape designer can lend their knowledge to help you ... mulch, or even your full-grown saguaro cactus. As seen in Forbes, CNBC and USA Today, LawnStarter makes it easy to schedule ...