Botanist Gustaf Starck rallied people passionate about preserving desert plants with a sign outside his Scottsdale ranch.

Hidden in the American Southwest, you'll find a remote canyon with breathtaking landscapes, fascinating history, and iconic spots for photography.

Sedona is known for having some of the most popular hiking trails in Arizona that are on the bucket ... and more, the red rocks in and around the town act like a beacon for hikers.

While in the area, you can also explore Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, Rainbow Bridge National Monument and Vermilion Cliffs ...

The Desert Botanical Garden, an oasis nestled among the red rocks of Papago ... had made it clear that Papago Park was the ideal location for a botanical garden. Arizona's environment:Monarch ...