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Stanford University is known for its stellar academics, but wander past the
red tile roofs and iconic Hoover Tower, and you’ll find a hidden garden that was
designed by Rudolph Ulrich in the late 1800s. Here, giant cacti and succulents
tell quite a tale of opulence, hardship, and plucky (or shall we say prickly?) resiliency.
Today, the place is an oasis of sustainability—and staying power.
PHOTOGRAPHS BY CAITLIN ATKINSON TEXT BY JOHANNA SILVER