art at the garden
Philip Haas: The Four Seasons
Philip Haas: The Four Seasons is now open at the Garden and located in Stardust Foundation Plaza. Entrance to the exhibit is included with paid Garden admission. More info.
featured trail
Sonoran Desert Nature Loop Trail
The Sonoran Desert Nature Loop Trail features dramatic vistas of distant mountains and up-close views of the surrounding desert. A variety of fascinating exhibits focus on the plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert.
October 5, 2012 - May 27, 2013
Whispers of a New World: Sculpture by Carolina Escobar
An exciting contemporary art exhibit on display in Ottosen Gallery and throughout the Garden’s Desert Discovery Loop Trail. Included with paid Garden admission or membership. Become a member.
the garden closes at 8 p.m.
Sunset at the Garden
Watch one of Arizona's famous sunsets from during Las Noches de las Luminarias.
Music in the Garden
Up Next: Bad Cactus Brass Band
Member $15
Next in the line-up is the Bad Cactus Brass Band on January 6, 2013. The remaining concerts for the fall series are sold out. More Info.
Latest Activities & Updates
See What's New
January Gardening Tips
how to keep your desert garden healthy
January is generally a slow month for gardening in the low desert. Take advantage of this “quiet” time by preparing and planning for the upcoming spring months. It is also a good time to prepare a new vegetable garden bed for spring planting. Prepare your vegetable bed by using a digging fork or rototilling to approximately 12-18 inches deep. Do not work soil if it is too wet as it can permanently damage the soil structure. Apply compost generously (several inches) and incorporate it into the loosened soil. If you have an existing vegetable garden add compost this month. Click here for addditional January gardening tips.
Gertrude's
opening January 2013
Gertrude’s will open in January 2013 and offer a fresh new food experience at the Garden focusing on ingredients directly from the farm and pasture to the plate. Visit Gertrude's on Facebook and Twitter for updates on the restaurant construction, menu and more! More info.
Maps, Trails, & More
Explore the Garden
Planning your visit
welcome!
Experience the Garden in a different way each time you visit. You can...
- Wind your way amongst our scenic trails
- Take a tour
- Attend an event
- See our latest exhibitions
- Learn from experts at a class
Need help planning your visit? Download a Garden Trail Map or take a look at the Before you Visit page. We look forward to seeing you!
For unlimited annual access and more, become a member!
Garden Shop Open
new hours 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
The Garden Shop is now open! Stop by the newly renovated shop today. You'll find your old favorites and some new items just in time for holiday shopping. The Garden Shop is now open from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. every day the Garden is open. Happy shopping!
Tours & Activities
seasonal, individual, group and school tours
Experience and learn about the desert through a variety of tours and activities. The Garden's daily and weekly activities are included with membership or admission, and are designed to accommodated individuals of any age and groups of any size. Private tours are available for an additional fee.
