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Green Gala
You’re Invited to Boyce Thompson Arboretum’s Third Annual Green Gala!
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Picket Post Mountain, this exclusive event unfolds at the base of our Hill House property. Immerse yourself in the golden glow of sunset, surrounded by towering saguaros and sweeping vistas of mountain ranges in every direction. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to dine in our private event space while championing the Arboretum’s mission to foster appreciation and stewardship of desert plants, wildlife, and ecosystems through education, research, and conservation.
Get ready to experience the Arboretum as you never have before! Purchase you tickets here: 7830.blackbaudhosting.com/7830/Green-Gala–2025-08Nov2025
For those interested in becoming part of this momentous occasion through sponsorship or underwriting, please contact Torrie Young at [email protected] or 520-689-4716.
Sponsors
Joseph & Gail Giacobazzi
Jay & Cathe Morrow
Matt Storms, American Family Insurance
Rose Law Group
William & Cynthia Collings
Cynthia & Alan Kempner
Shelly Esque
Carlota Copper Company
Karl & Mary Magel
Chicanos Por La Causa
Arizona Water Company
Florence Copper
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Hoodia gordonii has beautiful salmon-pink flowers that look like hats on top of spiky stems! Because of this uniquely shaped bloom, it`s also known as Bushman`s Hat.
You can these blooming succulents in the east wing of the Smith Greenhouse. 💚
#desertblooms #desertflowers #succulentbloom #bushmanshat #HoodiaGordonii
You know about tree huggers - but where are the cactus huggers at? 🌵
We kid. Please don`t hug any cacti. 😅We`re sure they can feel the love from afar! You can see this towering cardón in our Cactus and Succulents Garden. See the link in our bio to plan your visit today!
#cactuslovers #cardón #naturelovers #arizonanature
Did you know that Jatropha macrocarpa (or Barbados Nut) can be used to produce biofuel? That`s because its seeds contain an average of 34% oil! If you look closely at this plant, you`ll spot little green pods. Inside are developing seeds that will mature as the pods turn yellow.
You can see this remarkable plant up close in the Smith Greenhouse. Plan your visit today!
#Barbadosnut #jatropha #plantlovers #plantfacts #naturelovers #btarboretum
Have you visited our Eucalyptus Forest? Walking through the trails is truly an immersive experience. You`ll see:
🍃Mr. Big, the largest red river gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) in the United States
🍃A rock labyrinth for meditation (located in Conifer Corner)
🍃Eucalyptus trees shedding bark to accommodate their rapid growth
🍃Intricate tree stumps and trunks, some of which have been turned into benches!
🍃Benson Bridge, which crosses over Silver King Wash
What`s your favorite part of the Eucalyptus Forest? Let us know in the comments! 👇
#eucalyptus #redrivergum #australianplants #labyrinthmeditation #btarboretum #ExploreNature
Something new is flowering in the Wallace Region! The Nolina nelsonii, or Blue Nolina, is a slow-growing succulent that may only bloom once in its lifetime. This plant has likely been growing for 15-20+ years, building up to this one spectacular moment. Its truly an honor to witness it`s final bloom.
Plan your visit today to see our summer blooms!
#deathbloom #bluenolina #nolina #succulentbloom #plantfacts #plantlovers
We`re hiring! Join the team that makes this beautiful garden thrive. Open positions include:
🌵 Welcome Center Sales Associate
🌵 Development Administrative Assistant
🌵 Executive Assistant
🌵 Membership Coordinator
🌵 Maintenance Technician
🌵 Marketing Strategist
Apply today at btarboretum.org/careers (link in bio). We look forward to hearing from you!
#btarboretum #superiorarizona #ArizonaHiring #openpositions #WeAreHiring
The littoral zone is the region where land and water meet! At our manmade reservoir, the littoral zone is made up of cattails, which provide habitat to birds, insects, and amphibians.
Next time you visit us, stop by Ayer Lake to see if you can spot any life among the cattails!
#aznature #naturelovers #natureeducation #littoralzone #cattails
If you hear a "tap, tap, tap" above your head while you`re hiking, it might be a Gila Woodpecker! These clever birds search for insects by pecking on tree trunks, shrubs, and even cacti.
The holes they excavate in cacti sometimes become homes for smaller birds later on, making their simple foraging behaviors greatly beneficial to our ecosystem.
#gilawoodpecker #BirdingCommunity #birding #southwestbirding #azbirding #birdinghotspot