Gardens to Visit in Desert, Tropical and Just Plain Warm Climates
Gardening in warm climates gives the gardener the advantage of growing plants too tender for gardeners experiencing a true winter. But it can pose challenges too, like what will survive with minimal water. Tour these gardens and galleries for inspiration and ideas.
Conservationists Cason and Virginia Callaway bought up thousands of acres in the 1930s. The 14,000 acres of gardens opened to the public in 1952 and have been renowned ever since.
The Desert Botanical Garden in Papago Park is not only a botanical garden, but it is also classified as a museum. Nationally and internationally renowned for its plant collections, research, and educational programs, the Desert Botanical Garden has been operating since 1939.
The Harriet K. Maxwell Desert Wildflower Trail is one of five trails that you can enjoy on a visit to the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona.
