Month: March 2026
Your Guide to the 2026 Central Arizona Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale
If you’ve ever wondered what more than 600 spectacular cactus and succulents look like when they’re all showing off at once, the Central Arizona Cactus & Succulent Society Annual Show & Sale at Desert Botanical Garden is your happy place. Running March 27–29,...
Night-blooming Plants
This spring, the Garden’s trails will be blanketed with a variety of flowers, including those of night-blooming cactus. Most of these cactus species bloom at night because they rely on nocturnal pollinators, including bats. This strategy helps protect their delicate,...
From Sunrise to Starlight: Experience the Garden Day and Night
Whether you’re an early riser chasing blooms at sunrise or looking for a vibrant night out, the Garden offers a full day of discovery, beauty and connection. Start Your Day with Desert Blooms For those who love a quiet, reflective start, visit early morning. The...
Plant Care Tips During Heat Wave
Record-breaking high temperatures this Spring are stressful for many plants. Despite best efforts to keep plants alive, many will begin to see symptoms of heat and drought stress. Leaves, fruit, flowers, bark, wood and roots can be damaged. Different plant species...
Extended Hours, Lower Evening Prices During Heat Wave
To help keep the outdoors accessible during the heat wave, the Garden will also reduce the cost of admission after 8 p.m. each night. Use promo code HEAT26 when purchasing tickets online or mention the code at Garden admissions to receive the discount. “Living in the...
Dried Flower Bookmark
Spring buds are blooming at the Garden! You can make art that celebrates the spring season by using pressed plants. Pressed plants are also a useful science tool, allowing scientists to look at preserved plant specimens from all over the world. One simple project you...
