Anyone who has spent more than a few days in Arizona has likely heard cautionary tales of the “jumping Cholla” … More
Category: Plants
Fossil Creek Waterfall Trail: A favorite with Arizona hikers
Tucked deep in a canyon roughly 15 miles from the nearest paved road, the cool, clear water of Fossil Creek gushes down falls, over rocks and through natural pools on it’s way to the Verde River.
Meet the artist behind the desert moon pic that went viral
Recently, I had a chance conversation with Saija Lehtonen – the photographer who brought a well-timed shot of a desert … More
Phoenix area grapes offer sweet treats and shade
Grapes have long provided us two of the things we love most in Arizona: Healthy snacks and wine. These days, it seems … More
Palo Verde museum tree
A mainstay in desert landscapes, the Palo Verde tree shares its beauty year round on ten inches or less of … More
Pop fly cactus
We’re calling this one pop fly cactus. What would you call it? Thanks to Jenny Cosby of Queen Creek, AZ … More
Ocotillo plant that stands tall in Arizona’s gets its name from the beautiful orange flowers that resemble little torches
Towering as high as 25 feet at maturity, the Ocotillo (oko-tee-yo) is like nature’s own magician in the desert. Much … More
Legendary Superstition Mountain blooms
East of Mesa, AZ sits the Superstition Mountains. Legends abound of gold stashes such as the “Lost Dutchman” mine.
Less legendary, but equally impressive, are the flowers that put on a show each Spring. Check out this post for pictures of beautiful flowers seen along Siphon Draw Trail and tips for viewing them on your own.
Spectacular hundred year bloom blankets National Trail in Phoenix South Mountain Park
In September 2014, the Phoenix area experienced a rain event that spawned what some meteorologists referred to as a “hundred-year flood.” It … More
Bougainvilleas add splashes of color to residential landscapes in Arizona
Visitors to Arizona often ask what that beautiful plant is with the bright pink flowers. It’s bougainvillea, pronounced bo-gun-via. Once … More
Cactus group hug
Apparently cactuses need love too. Seen in the Ahwatukee suburb of Phoenix.
Devils Bridge a popular Sedona destination for hikers seeking memorable thrills and spectacular views
Among the many sights to see in Sedona, Devil’s Bridge stands out as one worth trekking for. After a fairly … More