Gardens and Related Interests

Located in the Sonoran Desert, Tucson has beauty and biodiversity that surprises many people, especially those new to the area. From wildflowers to the spectacular saguaro cactus, come see what the desert has to offer.

Tucson Botanical Gardens (520) 326-9686
With a mission to promote botanical and ecological education, the TBG offers 15 distinct gardens on five acres. Located at 2150 N Alvernon Way. gardens@mindspring.com
 
Tohono Chul Park (520) 742-6455
Tohono Chul Park is a 49-acre desert reserve located in the midst of an ever-growing urban area in northwest Tucson. It features nature trails, demonstration gardens, changing art and cultural exhibits, Greenhouse and museum shops. 7366 N Paseo del Norte, Tucson.
 
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum (520) 883-2702
An exciting collection of the animals, plants and geology of the Sonoran Desert region. Called by the New York Times "...the most distinctive zoo in the United States," the Desert Museum is Southern Arizona's most popular visitor attraction. Nestled in the Tucson Mountain Park, 14 miles west of downtown Tucson, the Desert Museum exhibits the living, outdoor world of nature found in the Sonoran Desert region. Located at 2021 N Kinney Road. info@desertmuseum.org
 
Pima County Cooperative Extension (520) 626-5161
The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Service offers advice and workshops on planting, gardening, watering and other horticultural topics. 4210 N Campbell Ave.
 
University of Arizona Arboretum (520) 621-7074
Walk The University of Arizona and view the wide variety of native and imported plant species managed by the arboretum. Tour the campus virtually or in reality with the aid of arboretum brochures. UA Campus Arboretum - University of Arizona - PO Box 210036 - Tucson AZ, 85721.