Desert Garden
4.7 (269)park
4.7 (269)Winding paths lead through this quiet Balboa Park pocket of towering cardon cacti and sculptural desert flora.
Description
Established in 1935 and designed by botanist Kate Sessions, the 2.5-acre grounds gather more than 2,500 rare, drought-tolerant succulents and arid-land species. The collection emphasizes architectural aloes, agaves, and yuccas, which yield vibrant blooms during winter and spring.
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Across Park Boulevard