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Desert Botanical Garden is a stunning 140-acre botanical garden located within Phoenix's Papago Park, designated as an official Phoenix Point of Pride for its gorgeous landscaped displays. The garden, which was founded in 1937 by the Arizona Cactus and Native Flora Society, has grown to showcase more than 50,000 plantings of over 4,000 taxa, including 379 rare and endangered plant species. Major collections include extensive agave and cacti plantings, along with plants native to mesquite bosque, upland chaparral, and semidesert grassland environments. Trails throughout the gardens include the Sonoran Desert Nature Loop Trail, the Desert Discovery Loop Trail, and the Plants and People of the Sonoran Desert Loop Trail. A lovely patio cafe serves up delicious American fare, while seasonal concerts bring live music performances to the gardens throughout the year.
1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, Phone: 480-941-1225
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