June through August: Open 6:00 a.m. to 12 Noon Wednesday through Monday, closed on Tuesdays. Closed Independence Day.
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Say hello to the Turkey Vulture (Cathartes aura) — These desert dwellers play a vital role in cleaning up our desert ecosystem. Though they don’t pollinate plants, their scavenging helps recycle nutrients back into the soil and keeps harmful pests in check.

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In late summer, prickly pear fruit begins to ripen and add vibrant splashes of color to the desert. Also called a tuna, the fruit of a prickly pear is a sweet and healthy treat!

Have you ever tried prickly pear fruit?
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A quiet moment with the sun. Let the gentle sway of the sunflower remind you to slow down and soak it all in. ...

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Yes, plants can get sunburned, too! ...

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Why are these desert plants behind bars? It`s not what you think. ...

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These sunflowers know how to find the light. Watch them sway and shine. Proof that even in the heat, beauty blooms. ...

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This fascinating hemiparasitic plant plays a surprising role in the desert ecosystem. ...

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Boyce Thompson Arboretum will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. We’ll reopen Saturday, July 5th from 6 AM to 12 PM. Wishing you a safe holiday! ...

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