Enjoy 4.7 miles of trails throughout the Arboretum, in gardens representing 11 different regions of the world. BTA’s trails provide many opportunities to stop and take beautiful landscape, fauna and flora photos.
Download the MapThe High Trail is a favorite of visitors who enjoy a more strenuous hike. This trail is steeper and more difficult than our other garden paths, and hikers may encounter more snakes and other critters. PLAN AHEAD. Bring water, wear proper shoes, and watch your step!
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Not all cardinals are red!
This is a juvenile Northern Cardinal, and you can see their adult plumage hasn`t quite come in yet. As they get older, their beaks will turn from dark gray to an orange-red. The female`s feathers stay brown, with hints of red in the wings, tails, and crests, but the males turn into the vibrant red we all know so well!
The cardinals love exploring the gardens. When you visit us next, keep an eye out for our feathery friends! And don`t forget to tag us in any photos you post.
#azbirding #birdlovers #northerncardinal #juvenilebirds #DesertWildlife #arizonabirds
Have you started your fall garden yet? While the weather is still hot, you can start by growing these seeds indoors:
🪴Napa Cabbage
🪴Texas Grano Onion
🪴Kale
🪴Broccoli
Once they`ve grown big enough, and the weather gets cooler, you can transport them to your outdoor garden.
In need of new plants? Stop by our plant sale happening October 17 - November 1st! Members get 20% off AND early access on October 16. Sign up to become a member today to save time in line! Link in bio.
#gardeninspiration #gardeningtips #fallplantsale #fallgarden #gardenlovers #arizonagarden
Are you a local vendor looking to get involved in community events? We`d love to have you at Boyce Thompson Arboretum!
Join us for one of our upcoming events:
🎄Holiday Hangout | December 5 & 6
🐾Tails & Trails | February 20
🍷Flavor of Arizona | April 3 & 4
As a vendor, you`ll receive valuable exposure for your business, meet consumers who are interested in supporting local businesses, and network with vendors like yourself from all over the state.
Interested in applying? Dm us today!
#arizonavendors #localvendors #vendorswanted #CallForVendors #holidayevent #thingstodoaz #superiorarizona
Look at the long antennae on these bees! These are longhorn bees, and they`re key pollinators for sunflowers. 🌻We spotted this group hard at work in front of our Smith Greenhouse.
So... what do antennae actually do for bees? The answer is A LOT. Here are just some examples of what antennae do:
🐝 They act as scent receptors, helping bees find nectar sources.
🐝 They detect sound waves and wind vibrations, acting as a bee`s hearing source.
🐝 They pick up pheromones, allowing them to locate other bees when mating.
Their long antennae are not only adorable, they are essential to helping bees interact with the world around them.
#longhornbees #pollinators #sunflowers #beelovers #desertlife #naturelovers
Register for one of our upcoming classes or workshops (or both!) and enjoy an immersive experience while surrounded by desert beauty.
Fall Classes:
🌿Basic Digital Photography Class | Oct 3
🌿Yoga in the Garden | Nov 12, Dec 10 & Dec 19
🌿Paint in the Arboretum: Adult Watercolor Class | Nov 14
🌿Forest Bathing | Nov 21 & Dec 12
Family Workshops:
🌿Animals of the Sonoran Desert | Oct 10
🌿Bats of Arizona | Oct 24
🌿Nature Journaling | Nov 7
🌿Fall Color Fun | Nov 14
🌿All About Trees | Dec 12
Go to https://btarboretum.org/events/ to learn more about each class and reserve your spot!
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Is there anything better than the natural artistry of nature? Just look how the sunlight makes these ladyfinger cacti glow 🌞
Our desert landscape is full of beauty and life if you know where to look. 💚
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Celebrate Halloween in the Wild 🎃
Join Boyce Thompson Arboretum this Halloween for our Boo-tanical Bash! On Friday, October 30 from 5 – 7 pm, the Arboretum will transform into a festive Halloween scene with activities and fun for all ages.
Activities include:
👻Spooky crafts for all ages
🍬Trick-or-treating
🍔Food trucks
🦇 And more!
Thanks to Rebuild Superior, the first 20 families from Superior who arrive will receive a FREE one-year family membership. This means unlimited free admission for your family for an entire year! You must bring proof of residency to unlock this deal.
Costumes are encouraged! Please keep them family-friendly and free of any props that could double as weapons. To keep the event safe and comfortable for everyone, we reserve the right to refuse entry for inappropriate attire.
#halloweenevent #familyhalloweenfun #ThingsToDoAZ #VisitSuperior #familyactivities #naturelovers #aznature
This pollinator may look like a Monarch, but it`s actually a Queen Butterfly! So... how can you tell the difference?
🦋 Monarchs have white dots with black borders while Queens have white dots with AND without black borders
🦋 Queens are slightly darker in color
🦋 Monarchs have bolder lines on their wings
What is your favorite butterfly? Let us know in the comments!
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