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Have you seen our raised garden beds? 🌿Located by the Smith Greenhouses, this spot is proof that growth can happen even in small, compact places. Take a look and get inspiration for your own garden!
Pictured plants:
🌱 Dahlia
🌱Amaranth
🌱Corn
🌱Nasturtium
🌱Cucumber
🌱Yellow Zucchini
Plan a visit today!
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When we think of pollinators, our minds probably go to birds and bees first. But at night, a different type of creature takes over pollination duties! A total of 29 bat species live in Arizona, making our state second in the nation for bat diversity. While many eat insects, some species drink nectar, making them a valuable part of our ecosystem.
Photo credit: Bruce D. Taubert
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Next time you are admiring a saguaro in bloom, make sure to thank the white-winged dove! These beautiful birds are key pollinators of saguaro cactus. In fact, they are so highly dependent on saguaro, they have synchronized their migration to match its reproductive cycle!
And of course, we can`t forget hummingbirds, the most famous of pollinating birds. Arizona has at least 17 species of these small creatures, each playing an important role in pollinating our beautiful desert plants!
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Many plants go dormant during the winter, but the Sea Squill does the opposite! When temperatures start to rise and water becomes less available, this plant sheds its leaves and conserves energy until conditions become more favorable.
During its flowering cycle, the Sea Squill attracts insect pollinators like bees and butterflies, giving it an important role in the pollination cycle!
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Insects are some of the most well-known pollinators in the world! Bees alone are responsible for pollinating nearly one-third of what we eat. Other pollinating insects include butterflies, moths, flies, and even beetles.
You can support these little creatures by planting pollinator-friendly native plants in your garden. Stop by our Visitors Center to explore our selection!
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Its Pollinator Week! 🐝🦇🦋🕊 Follow along this week as we share fun facts and photos of our favorite pollinators.
What is Pollinator Week? It`s an annual celebration initiated and managed by @pollinatorpartnership! You can celebrate by growing pollinator-friendly plants in your garden, attending workshops, and spreading awareness using the hashtag #PollinatorWeek on social media.
Another great way to celebrate is by simply observing pollinators in their natural habitat right here at Boyce Thompson Arboretum. While you`re here, stop by the Visitors Center to find the perfect pollinator-friendly plant for you.
Bat photo credit: Bruce D. Taubert
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Happy Father`s Day to all the dads in the world! (Including the ones found in nature.)
Did you know that around 80% of bird species practice biparental care? The Northern Cardinal is a great example. While the female builds the nest, incubates the eggs, and helps feed the chicks, the male defends the nest from predators and gathers food for both mom and babies.
Together they make an excellent team, proving that great dads come in every form.
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Did you know the Arboretum is a nonprofit organization? 🌵
Every trail explored, educational program offered, and desert landscape cared for is made possible through the generosity of members, donors, volunteers, and community supporters.
As we begin a new fiscal year, your support helps us:
✔ Care for desert landscapes and trails
✔ Expand educational programming and outreach
✔ Protect habitats and living plant collections
✔ Create meaningful experiences for thousands of visitors each year
Together, we can ensure the Arboretum continues to inspire, educate, and connect people with the beauty of our gardens for generations to come.
Thank you for supporting this thoughtfully tended wild place.
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