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The Night-Blooming Beauty: Peniocereus marianus

The Night-Blooming Beauty: Peniocereus marianus

February 26, 2026

Some plants don’t just grow, they wait. And when they bloom, they do so quietly at night. The botanical name Peniocereus marianus was formally described in 1962 by Mexican botanist Hernando Sanchez Mejorada. However, the species had previously been classified as...
Five Date Ideas at Desert Botanical Garden

Five Date Ideas at Desert Botanical Garden

February 12, 2026

Desert Botanical Garden offers a variety of romantic ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend. From stargazing under desert skies to strolling through a one-of-a-kind light experience, you’ll find plenty of unforgettable moments to share. Along the trails, discover...
New open-access book authored by Garden researcher

New open-access book authored by Garden researcher

February 12, 2026

New open-access book authored by Garden researcher Senior Research Scientist Dr. Joe McAuliffe is the principal author of a new, web-based, open access book on arid and semi-arid environments of western South Africa, including the Succulent Karoo. The book focuses on...
Celebrating 50 Years of Planting Together

Celebrating 50 Years of Planting Together

January 26, 2026

This year marks a remarkable milestone, the 50th anniversary of Desert Botanical Garden biannual Plant Sale. Since its humble beginnings in 1976 with just 4,600 plants, the event has blossomed into a beloved community tradition featuring more than 30,000 plants and...
Local Blues Icon Inducted to Arizona Music Hall of Fame at Garden

Local Blues Icon Inducted to Arizona Music Hall of Fame at Garden

February 27, 2025

On Feb. 7, a local blues legend was inducted to the Arizona Music Hall of Fame at Music in the Garden. Big Pete Pearson has been performing at Music in the Garden at Desert Botanical Garden for more than two decades, drawing large crowds and sold-out shows. The Garden...
Open early and late, visit 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Trails, Gertrude's by Tarbell's and Garden Shop closed 1-5 p.m. for peak heat.
Weather Alert: Open earlier, open later: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
The Garden will close at 3 p.m. Friday, March 20 for Fund the Farm Celebration
Weather Alert : Open earlier, open later: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Open early and late, visit 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Trails, Gertrude's by Tarbell's and Garden Shop closed 1-5 p.m. for peak heat.
Temporary Trail Closure- Plants & People of the Sonoran Desert Trail Aug. 10-14
Open early and late, visit 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Trails, Gertrude's by Tarbell's and Garden Shop closed 1-5 p.m. for peak heat.
Temporary Trail Closure- Plants & People of the Sonoran Desert Trail Aug. 10-14
The Garden Shop will close at 3 p.m. on Monday, August 10 for inventory. The Shop will reopen on August 11 at 8 a.m