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Welcome!
We are excited to celebrate 85 years of the Garden with you. What started in 1939 as a dream to save the desert, has blossomed into the living museum you see today. Have fun and enjoy the beauty of the desert.
As you explore 50,000 desert plants from around the world remember:
Stay hydrated with water refilling stations.
Don’t be shy–anyone with a name badge is happy to help.
Pace yourself and cool off in shady spots.
Be sun safe–wear a hat and reapply sunscreen often.
Follow us @dbgphx Garden Shop 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Daily
Gertrude’s Restaurant Mon. - Fri. | 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sat. - Sun. | 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Patio Café | Ullman Terrace 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Daily
Snap a picture during your visit today? We want to see it!
Now – Nov. 21
Mariposas Majestic
Celebrate the Garden’s 85th anniversary at the Cohn Family Butterfly Pavilion this fall. Check out a new mural created by local artist Ariana Enriquez depicting Arizona’s state butterfly: the two-tailed swallowtail butterfly. Plus, enjoy a new shaded gathering area: the Caterpillar Café. Relax, admire the beauty of the Garden and learn about the vital role of milkweed and the butterfly lifecycle.
DESERT BO T ANICAL GARDEN
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DESERT DISCOVERY TRAIL
(1/3 mile = .53 km)
Explore the Garden’s main trail and discover the many ways desert plants from around the world have adapted to the environment. Featuring a diverse array of cactus and succulents as well as historic plant collections, this core trail takes you on a journey to celebrate the beauty of the desert.
Harriet K. Maxwell
DESERT WILDFLOWER TRAIL
(1/3 mile = .53 km) | Closes at sunset
Stroll along this meandering trail where you’ll encounter brightly colored blooms as well as the pollinators they attract, like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Find out how flowers, insects and birds play an essential role in thriving desert ecosystems.
CENTER FOR DESERT LIVING TRAIL
(1/10 mile = .16 km)
Fragrant herbs, vegetable beds and shady spots to relax make this trail a delight for the senses. Come see what’s growing this season and discover tips for creating a lush, water-wise home garden.
SONORAN DESERT NATURE TRAIL
(1/4 mile = .40 km)
Take our nature trail to learn how plants and animals survive in the desert with so little water. Watch for wildlife on your way to the top and take in mountain vistas that will change your point of view.
PLANTS & PEOPLE OF THE
SONORAN DESERT TRAIL
(1/3 mile = .53 km)
Wander through five diverse desert habitats and discover the variety of ways indigenous people use native plants for food, fiber and shelter.
The Garden is here to help you enjoy the
Ready to plan your next visit? Visit dbg.org to discover upcoming events and exhibits or simply wander and enjoy the Garden’s beauty and unique desert displays.
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