Demonstration Gardens
As you plan your landscape, don't overlook one of the best design resources—local xeriscape demonstration gardens. Arizona’s many gardens provide a wealth of practical information and showcase mature examples of the diverse palette of trees and plants that thrive in our environment. Take some time to visit and be inspired.



The Xeriscape Demonstration Garden at Mesa Community College’s Southern and Dobson Campus features nearly 100 species of trees and over 80 species of cacti and succulents. Free and open to the public, visitors are welcome to explore the arboretum and its interactive online map which can be used to search for specific trees by their common name, scientific name, or family. Mesa Community College is the first college in Arizona to have achieved Level I Arboretum accreditation from ArbNet.org.
1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202
480-461-7000