Moorten Botanical Garden
Moorten Botanical Garden in Palm Springs is small but mighty. Though only a few acres in size, this botanical garden is packed with prickly varieties of cacti and other desert plants. The second-generation, family-owned arboretum opened in 1938 and features 3,000 desert plants from all over the world. It also displays a collection of crystals, fossils, and rocks. The garden’s charming footpath guide you through 2-acres of mature habitats, as well as “The World’s First Cactarium” – a cactus terrarium filled with a myriad of unusual species. Also on the property, is a charming 1920s Mediterranean home dubbed the Cactus Castle, an Instagram-worthy petrified wood loveseat, and an outdoor gift shop.
Stroll through the outdoor exhibits and the cactarium greenhouse before ending up at a nursery where you can take home your own cactus. Keep in mind if you are flying into Palm Springs there may be restrictions on taking plants home with you. The garden hosts events, photoshoots, and weddings. A fun idea would be to hire a local photographer to get your photos taken in the garden. The garden has an interesting history, check out its website to read more about it!
- Google Rating: 4.6/5
- Website: http://www.moortenbotanicalgarden.com/
- Opening Hours: Fall, Winter, and Spring 10 AM- 4 PM (closed on Wednesdays). The first day of Summer-First day of Fall 9 AM-1 PM Friday, Saturday and Sunday only
- Entrance Fee: $5 for adults, $2 for Children, and Free under 5
- Address: 1701 S Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, California 9226
