Tucson Botanical Gardens

Overview

Horticulturist and collector Harrison G. Yocum started the Tucson Botanical Gardens in his home in 1964. After moving to Randolph Park, the gardens moved to their current location, at the historic Porter Family property, in 1974. The five-and-a-half-acre Tucson Botanical Gardens is home to a range of plants native to the local region, including cacti and arid plants. Its Butterfly & Orchid Pavilion, open from October to May, features a display of live tropical butterflies from five continents. The garden also showcases orchids, bromeliads and jungle vegetation.

Quick Facts

Status

Existing

Locality or neighborhood

Tucson

State or province

Arizona

Address

2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712 Google Maps · Apple Maps

Postal code

85712