This year, add a botanical twist to your Mother’s Day gifts.
The Garden has something special for every mom and every occasion.
As the trails burst with color this spring, consider giving the gift of a Garden membership. The Garden Shop also offers unique finds, from home décor and seasonal plants to charming botanical-themed items. For moms who love experiences, explore the Garden’s wellness classes in May. Or make her day unforgettable with a reservation at Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s.
Check out the list of gift ideas below for inspiration this Mother’s Day.
Mother’s Day at the Garden | May 10, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Moms are free with paid admission ticket using promo code MOMS26 at checkout.
Celebrate the moms in your life with a day surrounded by cactus-filled landscapes, the immersive exhibit FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse, spring blooms, Spring Garden: After Dark and a complimentary photo booth.
Plus, visit the complimentary flower bar from Wondry or make a pressed flower card for mom, while supplies last. Bring a water bottle for complimentary bottle engraving, and take a family photo at the photobooth by MisGif. The Garden also will have a coffee cart and a brunch truck by Lili’s Taco Shop.
Spring Season Finale Weekend | May 6-10
Can’t make it out for Mother’s Day? Don’t forget to check out a full week calendar to end the spring season at the Garden, filled with immersive art, nighttime adventures, live entertainment and meaningful Mother’s Day moments.
On May 9, celebrate Mother’s Day at Flashlight Nights with a special performance by the Great Arizona Puppet Theater, a crafty card station to create a heartfelt card for mom and a scavenger hunt to look for special flora and fauna in the Garden.
Desert Botanical Garden Membership
Treat a mom in your life to a Garden membership. As our treat to you, get 10% membership off with code MOTHERS26. With a variety of membership levels, she can enjoy the beauty of the Garden all year long. Benefits include year-round admission, reciprocal access to more than 300 gardens nationwide, priority check-in windows, exclusive access to the semiannual Plant Sale and discounts at the Garden Shop, Plant Sales and on tickets.
Garden Shop Gifts
Pick up the perfect botanical-themed gift for the moms in your life at the Garden Shop. A wide and colorful selection awaits! From whimsical orchid lily cactus, fragrant soaps and the new custom Garden art collection from Brenda Schodt, the Garden Shop is one-stop place to pick up the perfect gift for all the moms in your life.
Wellness Classes
From sound meditation to sunset mat Pilates and the Garden’s popular sunset yoga classes, bring mom to a rejuvenating experience. Let the soothing tones of singing bowls and gongs transport you both into a state of relaxation. Experience sound meditation at the Garden in a peaceful setting.
Dinner at Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s
Nestled inside the Garden, Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s offers a fresh dining experience from James Beard-nominated chef Mark Tarbell. With a focus on locally sourced Arizona ingredients, the menu celebrates regional flavors while delivering exceptional service. Enjoy favorites like the Arizona honey-lime salmon, Gertrude’s hamburger or tacos.
