Horticulture
Palo Verde Fun Facts
In the heart of the Sonoran Desert, few trees capture the spirit of resilience quite like the palo verde tree.
Your Guide to the 2026 Central Arizona Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale
More than 600 spectacular cactus and succulents at the Central Arizona Cactus & Succulent Society Annual Show & Sale
Night-blooming Plants
This spring, the Garden’s trails will be blanketed with a variety of flowers, including those of night-blooming cactus.
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.
Heart-shaped Cactus at Desert Botanical Garden
Love is in the air, and perfectly shaped on the cactus at Desert Botanical Garden. Along the trails, you will find several pads of prickly pear cactus species in the shape of hearts.
Celebrating 50 Years of Planting Together
This year marks a remarkable milestone, the 50th anniversary of Desert Botanical Garden biannual Plant Sale.
