The design elements of the pergola create living art as the shadows shift across the patio floors and walls with the movement of the sun. Look up and see a window to the sky.

The pergola is located at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Arizona's oldest and largest botanical garden. Located just 60 miles east of Phoenix, this lush oasis nestled in the Queen Creek Canyon at the foot of Picketpost Mountain offers a paradise for plant enthusiasts, photographers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers.

The Boyce Thompson Arboretum features desert plants from collections worldwide, historic buildings, and 11 themed gardens.

This garden tour highlights the rich botanical heritage and natural beauty of this Arizona gem:    • Exploring Arizona's Oldest and Largest Bot...  

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