Desert Plants, Cacti & Succulents

Bringing Outdoor Visions to Life

Our expansive inventory features an unmatched selection of desert plants available in various sizes, allowing you to choose everything from starter specimens for patio pots to mature, statement-making specimens for instant curb appeal. Beyond our regional favorites, we specialize in rare and exotic cacti and succulents sourced from around the world, showcasing stunning architectural shapes and vibrant colors you won't find anywhere else. We are particularly proud of our exceptional collection of striking Euphorbia and diverse Aloe species, ranging from architectural tree aloes and colorful hybrid rosettes to dramatic, sculptural African succulents. Every plant in our nursery is specifically selected for its exceptional low water use and superb tolerance to arid climates, ensuring they thrive beautifully while conserving precious resources. Explore our categories below to find the perfect, expertly grown additions to elevate your desert oasis.

Native Plant Collection

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Ocotillo Plants

A Sonoran Desert native, Ocotillo branches heavily at its base before rising as tall as 10 meters.

Lush desert vegetation under bright sunlight

Boojum Trees

Available in specimen sizes, the slow-growing Boojum tree is a cousin of the Ocotillo.

Potted green plants with long leaves

Yuccas

Easily identified by their tough, thick, blade-like leaves, yuccas are available in many varieties.

Trees in wooden planters under blue sky

Trees

Available for sale at our North Phoenix nursery. Visit us to view the latest inventory.

Varied cacti against a sunny backdrop

Organ Pipe Cactus

Available in specimen sizes, the Organ Pipe cactus grows in several narrow stems rising from the ground.

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Many Agave Varieties

Drought-tolerant, animal-resistant, and sun-loving, agave is native to the Southwest.

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Saguaro Cactus

Small and large saguaros are available for sale. They can live up to 200 years and grow as many as 25 arms.

Cactus Collection

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Easter Cactus

Also known as the Spring Cactus, this cactus produces numerous, vividly colored blooms in the spring.

Desert plants with bright pink hues

Purple Prickly Pear Cactus

This Sonoran native grows in clumps like a shrub, and its pads develop a purple tint during Phoenix winters.

Spiky green cacti in black pot

Golden Barrel Cactus

This spherical cactus lives for about 30 years and is also known as the Golden Ball or Mother-in-Law's Cushion.

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Flowering Cacti

We offer a wide selection in our cactus nursery in Cave Creek. Visit us to see our current inventory.

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Trichocereus

Also known as Torch Cacti, these plants produce large, vibrant flowers in early May.

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Cardon Cactus

We offer branching Cardon cacti in a variety of sizes.

Succulent Collection

Bright green cactus plant in a pot.

Moroccan Mound

This mounding succulent grows to about 2 feet tall and up to 6 feet wide, producing yellow flowers.

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Indoor Succulents

Visit Desert Foothills Gardens Nursery, Inc. to see our current selection of indoor succulents.

Bright pink flowers in a black pot.

Ice Plant

Ice plants feature thin-petaled flowers in red, orange, yellow, white, and fuchsia.

Decorative potted succulents display

Crested Euphorbia

Ideal for indoor spaces, this cactus-like succulent features dark green, fan-shaped branch clusters.

Arid scenery with unique tree

Aloe Dichotoma

Also known as the Quiver Tree or Kokerboom, this aloe variety grows as tall and large as a tree.

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Aloe Varieties

Explore a variety of aloe plants in different shapes, sizes, and styles for desert landscapes.

Plant Gallery

Explore our extended visual gallery below for a broader look at the unique varieties we grow. Our stock moves quickly, so we invite you to call or visit the nursery to confirm exact availability before your trip.

Wooden shelf filled with potted aloe vera plants, with a wooden object at the top left corner
Table with a variety of succulent plants in pots
Table with a bunch of small succulent plants in black pots, likely from a garden center
Variety of agave plants in pots on the ground, with a few more plants in the background
Table with a variety of cactus plants in pots on it, with a blurred background
Close up of a plant in a pot on a table
Desert garden filled with lots of cacti and succulents in pots on wooden pallets, surrounded by buildings, trees, hills
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Small cactus plant in a black pot sitting on top of a table, with a blurred background
Barrel cactus in a pot on a table surrounded by other cactus plants in the background, which is slightly blurred
Variety of aloe vera plants in black plastic pots, with soil visible at the bottom
Sunny desert landscape with cacti
Desert plant in red pot
Cactus garden with barrel cacti
Outdoor plant nursery with cacti
Tall cactus against clear blue sky
Potted plant in a garden setting
Bright red flowers in outdoor nursery
Various tall cacti in containers
Aloe trees under clear blue sky
Bright pink flowers in black pots
Multiple golden cacti arranged neatly
Potted cacti on gravel ground
Potted bush with yellow flowers
Potted cacti displayed outdoors
Group of cacti in outdoor pots
Desert cacti with spiky yellow tops
Potted silver shrubs outdoors
Cactus plants arranged in rows
Potted cacti in sunlight
Fuzzy cacti in a garden setting
Colorful garden flowers in full bloom
Potted prickly cacti with colorful blooms

Visit Our Desert Tree, Plant & Cactus Nursery

Desert Foothills Gardens Nursery, Inc. skillfully enhances outdoor spaces of every size, from the smallest to the largest. We transform landscapes with fountains, sculptures, desert plants, flowers, and trees that are carefully selected by our team members to create inviting and peaceful outdoor spaces.

Get Your Plants Delivered and Planted

We offer delivery/planting for the larger items you may need a little assistance with. Our team will work with you to determine the best approach to get that thorny cactus into the new ceramic pot or specimen cactus into the corner of your yard.

Start Your Landscape Project Today

A beautiful landscape requires the right foundation. Beyond our plant inventory, we carry premium mulches, nutrient-rich fertilizers, and health-boosting amendments designed to make your yard and desert greens thrive. Please call or stop by the nursery to check our current stock.