Cactus – Next Steps
Next Steps While the future doesn’t look bright for Arizona’s saguaros, there is still hope. According to Hernandez, replacing and planting more is the key to saving Arizona’s beloved saguaros. “If we are going to do something, we need to start acting,” said Hernandez. “If we want to preserve saguaros in the Valley, we need…Continue Reading Cactus – Next Steps
Cactus – Protection
Protection To protect saguaros, lawmakers are finding ways to help Arizona’s environment. Unlike other plants, there are strict laws in place to protect saguaros from harm. In Arizona, it is a felony to vandalize or cut down saguaros. Perpetrators can face many years in prison, depending on the judge and the person’s record. There are…Continue Reading Cactus – Protection
Hottest in History
HOTTEST IN HISTORY Arizona’s saguaros are dying. According to the 2020 Saguaro Census, the Saguaro National Park estimates they have over 2.1 million saguaros in the park. However, Juarez estimates that 1,200 saguaros died in 2023 alone. Experts believe that the cause of this is extreme weather. Data compiled by The National Weather Service Phoenix finds…Continue Reading Hottest in History
Cactus – Sentinels of the Southwest
SENTINELS OF THE SOUTHWEST Captivating both locals and tourists, the Carnegiea gigantea, commonly known as the saguaro, is one of the most iconic and well-known succulents of the American Southwest. Named after Andrew Carnegie in 1903, these desert giants can reach up to 40 feet tall and live on average 150-200 years. Saguaros are unique…Continue Reading Cactus – Sentinels of the Southwest
Cactus Intro
In the heart of the scorching Sonoran Desert lives the majestic saguaro cacti. Standing tall and mighty, the saguaro is the largest cactus species in the U.S. They are iconic symbols of the Southwest and hold a vital role in Arizona’s climate, biodiversity and the culture of Native American people. While saguaros thrive in…Continue Reading Cactus Intro