Wonders of Nature at the Desert Botanical Garden

The Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona

Oh, the beauty of the Sonoran Desert! And if you if you live in the Phoenix area or will be visiting, you can immerse yourself in the wonders of the desert at the Desert Botanical Garden.

Cacti and vistas at the Desert Botanical Garden of Phoenix, Arizona -- Photo courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden

Cacti and vistas at the Desert Botanical Garden — Photo courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden

Highlights of the Desert Botanical Garden

Cactus flowers on display at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona -- Photo courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden

Gorgeous cactus flowers on display at the Desert Botanical Garden — Photo courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden

The Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, just on the border with Scottsdale at McDowell Road and 64th Street, has five trails showcasing more than 50,000 plants and wildflowers in dramatic desert landscapes. Each themed trail highlights various characteristics of conservation and desert life.

Though we had already walked a number of local desert trails and seen a lot of cacti and other flora, we were amazed at the diversity and number of new flora we saw here. We also learned the names of a few things we had seen before. — Four Places for Family Fun in Phoenix and Scottsdale

Beautiful white blooms on cacti seen along the trails of the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona -- Photo courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden

Beautiful blooms on the cacti of the Desert Botanical Garden — Photo courtesy of Desert Botanical Gardn

The trails wind through the 55 acres of cultivated land in the garden’s overall 140 acres. There are over four thousand plant species of which 485 are rare and endangered.

Trails of Desert Botanical Gardens in Phoenix, Arizona

Sights along one of the five trails of the Desert Botanical Gardens

Special events

Butterflies on plants at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona

Butterflies on plants during the Spring Butterfly Exhibit

Throughout the year, there are special exhibits, lectures, workshops, and tours. When we visited, the featured experience was the Spring Butterfly Exhibit in the garden’s new butterfly pavilion which was still a treat even though we had already been to Butterfly Wonderland. Although we haven’t dined here yet, the on-site restaurant, Gertrude’s, has come highly recommended. In our interview with Scottsdale resident, Mike Shubic, he told us about the free outdoor concerts at the garden during the summer. — Four Places for Family Fun in Phoenix and Scottsdale

One of the beautiful and fun special events happens during the holiday season. Spending an evening at Desert Botanical Garden during Christmas season can really get you in the holiday spirit. In fact, you might even say that it’s magical! In addition to the lovely walk among the lanterns along the garden’s trails, there are many indoor and outdoor venues with diverse musical performances, food and drink, and cultural exhibits.

Colorful light displays at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona

Colorful light displays at the Desert Botanical Garden

Planning for your visit to Desert Botanical Garden

For more information about trails (including a trail map), special exhibits, events, educational programs, and conservation programs: Desert Botanical Garden 

Location and contact information:

Desert Botanical Garden
1201 N. Galvin Parkway
Phoenix, AZ 85008
480.941.1225
contact@dbg.org

Desert Botanical Garden membership tip: Consider getting an annual membership. You will receive free admission during the year, guest passes, reciprocal admission to 300 gardens and conservatories in the United States, and other benefits. If you are already a member, your membership will be extended for three months due to the recent closure.

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Desert flora along the trails of the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona

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One thought on “Wonders of Nature at the Desert Botanical Garden

  1. Flora

    Thank You for this Information
    This is one of my favorite places in Arizona but during the pandemic, I cancel all my trips including this amazing place.

    I hope that everything will be ok in the future. Thank you for sharing.

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