The mission of Boyce Thompson Arboretum is to inspire appreciation and stewardship of desert plants, wildlife, and ecosystems through education, research and conservation.”
Every visit supports research, environmental education, and directly benefits the mission and success of Boyce Thompson Arboretum.
Title: Desert Roses: Women of Pinal County Description: A desert rose is a beautiful, hard mineral that rises from within the earth to ‘bloom‘ in a harsh environment. This is a good metaphor for the…
Discover Nature Play at the Children’s Garden! Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the…
Unleash your creativity this Valentine’s Day amongst the inspiring beauty of Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Under the guidance of artist Carla Keaton, you will paint a unique masterpiece to take home. Whether you’re an experienced painter…
Relax and restore in this all-levels yoga class held outside in the tranquil setting of the Arboretum. During this class, participants are shown how to mindfully move through gentle postures with breath awareness to promote…
Discover Nature Play at the Children’s Garden! Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the…
Wing Memorial Herb Garden at Boyce Thompson Arboretum
Showcasing low-water use native and southern European herbs that thrive in the Sonoran Desert. Stroll the winding paths and explore how resilient herbs adapt, flourish, and perfume the desert air.
A small peak of wildflower season🌼at Boyce Thompson Arboretum
While we may not have the fields of poppies that other places in Arizona do, you can come get a peak at these beautiful blooms before they start to take off across the state. Stop by the entrance of our Wallace Desert Garden to take in the gorgeous spring blooms.
California poppies (Eschscholzia californica) are annuals native to the Western and Southwestern United States. The plant is edible, with the leaves and petals being used for garnish, syrups, and teas.
Tag someone you want to share this wildflower season with. Plan your visit at the link in bio.
Unleash your creativity this Valentine’s Day at Boyce Thompson Arboretum.
Under the guidance of artist Carla Keaton, paint a unique masterpiece to take home. Whether you’re an experienced painter or picking up a brush for the first time, all skill levels are invited to join. All supplies are provided.
Join us for Paint at the Arboretum | Queen Butterflies Date: Saturday, February 14 Time: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Members: $36 Non-members: $45
Red Barberry (Berberis haematocarpa) is an Arizona native in the Barberry family. The plant blooms from early spring through the summer, showing off bright yellow flowers. The berries of the Red Barberry are edible, and the plant has been used as a food source, for dyes, and for medicine, by indigenous peoples in the plant`s native region.
Explore plants from all over the world at Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Get tickets at the link in bio.
Named an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society, Boyce Thompson Arboretum serves as a habitat and stopping place for hundreds of bird species.
Join us for a bird walk on February 4th or 7th at 9 am. Bird walks are free with admission and first-come, first-served (limit 15).
Come see what`s growin` on at Boyce Thompson Arboretum this February.
Join us this month for our many exciting classes, programs, and guided tours:
- Every Friday, 1 pm - 2 pm - Wallace Garden Tour (Free with Admission, Limit 15 guests) - Every Saturday, 10 am - 12 pm - Nature Play (Free with Admission) - Every Friday & Saturday, 11 am - 12pm, and Saturday, 1 pm - 2 pm - Arboretum Discovery Tour (Free with Admission, Limit 15 guests) - February 4 & 7, 9 am - 10 am - Bird Walk (Free with Admission, Limit 15 guests) - February 7, 9 am - 11:30 am & 12:30 pm - 3 pm - Forest Bathing ($40) - February 13, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm - Branching Out Speaker Series | Desert Roses: Women of Pinal County ($15) - February 14, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm - Paint at the Arboretum ($45) - February 18 & 21, 11;30 am - 12:30 pm - Edible & Medicinal Plant Tour (Free with Admission, Limit 15 guests) - February 21, 10 am - 11 am - Yoga in the Garden ($30)
All walks and tours are first-come, first-served. Learn more and sign up at the link in bio.
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