Spring Blooms Take A Final Bow

May 5, 2026

Spring is coming to an end, and it’s the last chance for guests to explore a variety of seasonal blooms at the Garden. It’s also the perfect transitional period to catch some early summer bloomers along the trails. One of the best photo spots is along the Harriet K....

Magnificent Journey of Migratory Monarchs

April 9, 2026

Each winter, monarch butterflies make a magnificent migratory journey to avoid freezing temperatures and spend the winter in temperate locations. The most well-known and largest of these overwintering sites for monarchs occur on the coast of California and in central...

Palo Verde Fun Facts

March 27, 2026

In the heart of the Sonoran Desert, few trees capture the spirit of resilience quite like the palo verde tree. With vibrant green trunks and golden spring blooms, these remarkable trees are essential to the desert’s ecosystem. There are around a dozen species of palo...

Your Guide to the 2026 Central Arizona Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale

March 27, 2026

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

March 27, 2026

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,...

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Spring Blooms Take A Final Bow

Magnificent Journey of Migratory Monarchs

Palo Verde Fun Facts

Your Guide to the 2026 Central Arizona Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale

Night-blooming Plants