Botanist Gustaf Starck rallied people passionate about preserving desert plants with a sign outside his Scottsdale ranch.

Arizona's history:The hidden story of former Arizona roadside oasis Cactus Garden Concerned about the rapid urbanization of the Valley and the general underappreciation of desert plant life ...

Springtime is a particularly colorful season to visit the Desert Botanical Garden. Visitors who arrive mid-February through mid-June will see an abundance of blooming cactus just begging for ...

In terms of how to grow prickly pears indoors, while they are mostly low-maintenance, there are specific requirements and ...

Winter residents often ask which plants, besides cactus, will best tolerate cold desert nights and yet survive hot summers ...

Cactus catwalk alert! These prickly divas strut their stuff against a backdrop of red rocks, serving desert realness that’s simply succulent. Photo Credit: Rebeca Diaz-Reyes And let’s not forget about ...

It can grow quite large and adds a sculptural element to the garden. 8. Prickly Pear Cactus: Prickly pear cactus is a common sight in desert landscapes. It has flat, paddle-shaped stems and ...

Modernism Week, a biannual celebration of midcentury architecture and design, returns to the desert city Feb. 13-23.

The best things to do in metro Phoenix, from hiking Piestewa Peak to eating at Bacanora, shared by locals who know the Valley ...

The Cholla Cactus Garden, located about 12 miles south of the park's North Entrance, is home to one of the few stands of cholla cactus in the park. The short, quarter-mile Cholla Cactus Garden ...

The Desert Botanical Garden is one of Phoenix's top tourist attractions, one of the best gardens in the country according to Vogue magazine and an all-around local gem. It's also not cheap to ...

Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort in Cabo San Lucas has announced a couples’ “Spring Break” package as part of its ...