The awesome and iconic Saguaro cactus is truly the dominant feature of the Sonoran Desert in the Southwest. The Saguaro has become the symbol of all things desert. The towering cacti live to be 250 years old and older. They don’t start to grow their “arms” until they are at least 75 years old!
The Saguaro National Park has two sections on either side of Tucson, Arizona. Both sections offer unbelievable opportunities to enjoy the magnificent and thriving desert environments. Walking trails and scenic roads give ample opportunities to get up close and personal with the Saguaro and countless other species of desert plants. A trip to the Saguaro National Park should be on everyone’s travel itinerary. We’ll be back to Tucson and the desert once our travel is possible.
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It’s beautiful. I agree. And a stop at the Sonora Desert Museum should be included while there.
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Yes, the Desert Museum is a must see.
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It is definitely a must see!
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Entertaining, and educational.Thanks!🙂
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You are most welcome! Thanks for visiting us!
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They are amazing, I’ve never seen one in that desert, there are a few around town here that were obviously put there.
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Seeing them in the desert naturally is a sight you’ll never forget. I can’t imagine how much it cost to transplant one from Arizona to Las Vegas.
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Wow, 75 years before their “arms” start growing 😲. Amazing how these plants are not just getting this old, but also that they survive in such a dry and barren place.
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The story of the Saguaro life cycle is most fascinating. And the adoptions to the arid climate is also neat to learn.
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It is beautiful!
“Roadtirment” indeed! Thank you for taking us with you. 🙂
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Thanks you! It is our pleasure to share.
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I am here for it. My brother-in-law lives in Arizona, and he sends us the most wonderful of pictures whenever he is out hiking.
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Your BIL
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Ah, that helps!
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is lucky to live there
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First arms not before 75 😶
your reports are very interesting.
Thanks for sharing 😊
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Thank you for the kind comment! 👍
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The desert has always fascinated me. To some it may seem bare, but in reality it is free of life and a particular charm.
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The desert ecosystem is full to the brim with flora and fauna. A most fascinating place to visit, study and live.
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That was really interesting I had no idea these plants were so old! I wonder why it takes them so long to grow their arms? Maybe they need to begin at a minimum height off ground level to be successful? Needless to say we don’t have any in Scotland – I believe that roaming herds of wild haggis ate them into extinction centuries ago. (my apologies – I really have to stop doing this 🙂 )
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LOL
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Those haggis must be tough to chew through the spines of the cacti, that’s for sure. 😉
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I am always in awe when I see photos like these. Beautiful plants. Also it reminds me of all those westerns I once watched. Hi o silver and all..
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The Saguaros do symbolize the West. Thanks for the visit and the nice comment! 🌵
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Lived in Arizona for over 20 years. It is a beautiful place and the Sagauro cactus are definetely worth seeing. Am now living in Arkansas, because I married an Arkie. I do prefer living in the Western U.S. where I grew up. Nice post.
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I lived in Tucson when I was doing my graduate work. We’ve been back to visit and have others trips planned. Thanks for stopping by and sharing! 🙂
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Reblogged this on Ned Hamson's Second Line View of the News and commented:
Love Saguaros
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Thanks for another reblog! Saguaros are the best 😉
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