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Narrow paths wind through the 12-acre Desert Garden, providing a convenient way to show plantings in the foreground without risking either cast or crew too close to cactus spines.

The close juxtaposition of unusual cacti and other succulents is not designed to simulate the vast, barren open spaces of the actual desert; rather, it creates a rich, varied, sometimes otherworldly background setting, with some plants seeming to have sprung directly from Dr. Seuss’ illustrations.

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various desert plants growing close together, including cactus, flowering aloe with small red flower clusters, and agave.
An A-frame building with large windows stands in a lush desert garden with a rock wall situation below.
A paved path in a garden planted with palms, cacti, and succulents.
A large tree with yellow flowers in a desert-themed garden.
A paved path in a garden planted with cacti and succulents.
A paved path in a garden planted with cacti and succulents.
Aerial view of a desert themed garden with paved roads and paths.
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Disclaimer: Please be aware that gardens change seasonally. Location photos shown here are meant to provide a reference and may not accurately represent current conditions. For this reason, scouting is required prior to booking.

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various desert plants growing close together, including cactus, flowering aloe with small red flower clusters, and agave.

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