Xeriscape Demonstration Gardens

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

2021 N. Kinney Rd.
Tucson, Arizona 85743-8918

(520) 883-1380

http://www.desertmuseum.org/

Along two miles of paths, visitors have the opportunity to view a collection of Sonoran desert plant exhibits, including a riparian corridor, a desert garden, pollination gardens, a cactus garden, and desert grasslands. Education programs and special events are offered throughout the year for children and adults.

Tohono Chul Park

7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Tucson, Arizona 85704

(520) 742-6455

http://www.tohonochulpark.org

Located on the northeast corner of Ina and Paseo del Norte.

This 49-acre Sonoran desert preserve also contains specialty gardens, such as the native plant demonstration garden and the “sin agua” garden, which utilizes rainwater-harvesting technology. Education programs and special events are offered throughout the year for children and adults.

Tucson Botanical Gardens

2150 N. Alvernon Way
Tucson, Arizona 85712

(520) 326-9686

http://www.tucsonbotanical.org

Located on the southeast corner of Alvernon Way and Grant Rd.

Located in the heart of Tucson, the garden comprises 15 different themed gardens, including the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden and the Cactus and Succulent Garden.  Education programs and special events are offered throughout the year for children and adults.