Begun in 1986 by the Men’s Garden Club, the arid garden is intimate and tranquil; only about one acre in size. A wonderful place to spend time, especially if you are new to Arizona. Curious about native or desert-adapted and low-water plants and trees? Come visit and see what your yard can look like! Entrance to this small demonstration garden is free and the park is open to the public from dawn to dusk. There are several walking paths winding through several hundred plants, shrubs, and trees. There are also shaded benches where you may sit and watch the many avian visitors as they also enjoy the garden.
- Trichocereus garden
- The original cactus garden
- Raised cactus bed of small, easy-to-view specimens
- Shade garden
- Autumn sage garden
- Raised scented bed for compromised-vision visitors
- Hillside garden
- Certified Butterfly Garden
- Scattered, shaded sitting areas
When you visit:
- Parking for the Arid Garden is provided adjacent to the main Garden entrance.
- Bring water and snacks as none are available for purchase.
- Stay on the paths to protect the plants.
- Please be sure to take your trash with you.