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The Tucson Botanical Gradens has a nice selection of plants and is very well presented. It is located pretty much in the center of town. The gardens are open daily 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM except national holidays. Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for children 4-12. Here are some of the flowers they had on display.
Written Apr 7, 2009
Address: 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85712
Phone: (520) 326-9686
Website: http://tucsonbotanical.org/
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Located in the center of town, these 5 acre gardens are marvelous. Here you can see various kinds of desert plants including cacti and flowering shrubbery. Birds and Butterflies are in abundance amongst the foliage and there is plenty of shade. A visit here of an hour or 2 is definitely worth the time if your into horticulture, nature or just looking for a pleasant place to visit.
Written May 22, 2006
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Tucson Botanical Gardens
Spring Plant Sale - March
Garden Art Exhibit - March
Home Garden Tour - April
Weird Plant Sale - June
Herb Fair - April
Fall Plant Sale - October
La Fiesta de los, Chiles - October
Luminaria Nights - December
Updated Jul 17, 2003
Address: 2150 North Alvernon Way Tucson, Arizona 85712
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Coming from a sub-tropical region, one of things I was excited about was the prospect of getting to see some desert vegetation. The Botanical Gardens was a great place to do just that. They have five acres of land, and many exhibits. I saw all of the local plants I'd ever heard of, and so many other types that I never had.
Written Jun 15, 2003
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The entire gardens are handicapped accessable and there are benches throughout the park so you can sit and relax or rest as necessary.
Updated Apr 7, 2009
Address: 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85712
Phone: (520) 326-9686
Website: http://tucsonbotanical.org/
They have a Reception Area set up for things like weddings and other activities; some fountains; a Komodo Dragon Statue; a picnic area; and a cafe.
Written Apr 7, 2009
Address: 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85712
Phone: (520) 326-9686
Website: http://tucsonbotanical.org/
In addition to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe there is a small statue of Saint Fiacre the patron saint of gardeners.
Written Apr 7, 2009
Address: 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85712
Phone: (520) 326-9686
Website: http://tucsonbotanical.org/
There is a shrine to Our Lady of Guadalupe on site too. The Legend of Our Lady of Guadalupe dates back to 1531.
Written Apr 7, 2009
Address: 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85712
Phone: (520) 326-9686
Website: http://tucsonbotanical.org/
I had to put this in here for all the "Silence of the Lambs" fans. If you don't get the reference, let me know.
Updated Apr 7, 2009
Address: 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85712
Phone: (520) 326-9686
Website: http://tucsonbotanical.org/
The gardens had several ramadas set up showing different plants and types of gardens. I especially liked the Desert Ramada and the Zen Ramada.
Written Apr 7, 2009
Address: 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona 85712
Phone: (520) 326-9686
Website: http://tucsonbotanical.org/
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Write a ReviewThe gardens had several ramadas set up showing different plants and types of gardens. I especially liked the Desert Ramada and the Zen Ramada.
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