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2040 Compass: North Star 5 – Securing Our Future

2040 Compass: North Star 5 – Securing Our Future

August 20, 2026

A great garden does not simply grow because of what gets planted today. It flourishes through generations of people who make thoughtful investments in its future. As the Garden looks toward 2040 and its second century, that same principle remains at the heart of the...
2040 Compass: North Star 4

2040 Compass: North Star 4

August 6, 2026

The desert has a way of bringing people together. Whether it’s gathering with friends beneath the stars, discovering something new with family, celebrating a special occasion or simply finding a moment of connection among the beauty of the Sonoran Desert, shared...
2040 Compass: North Star 3

2040 Compass: North Star 3

July 24, 2026

The beauty of desert plants is unlike anything else in the world. From towering saguaros and sculptural agaves to vibrant wildflowers these remarkable plants tell the story of resilience, adaptation and wonder. For nearly 88 years, the Garden has inspired visitors...
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. 25-28
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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