We drove done from Phoenix so my friend could look at their snake plants. It was well worth the drive. They have a huge selection and great prices. The people that worked there were all friendly and helpful. I don't usually go to nurseries, but my friend who goes to them all the time really loved this place. read more

Arid Lands Greenhouses - Nurseries & Gardening Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Incredible Nursery! Bob, Eddie, and company doing an amazing job! Great people and amazing plants! I was blown away! The best greenhouse nursery I have ever been to!! I order from Aridlands online all the time also! Highly recommend! Go watch the Aridland's Greenhouse Cactus Quest episode on YouTube. WOW! Heaven in Tucson! They have cities permits so can ship over seas if needed. read more

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I started collecting Sansevierias and this greenhouse offers great varieties. I consider this a Sansevieria paradise! Staffs are welcoming and friendly. They nicely entertained all of my questions. Btw, this greenhouse has other succulents, too. read more

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I have ordered from them many times. Great customer service and great plants! Highly recommend.

I admit it; I'm an addict. I can't pass up a cactus without buying one and my visit to AridLands was mind-boggling. Row after row of multiple varieties of cactus and succulent plants, all neatly labeled and actually alphabetically arranged. I didn't realize this order at first which is why I ended up with so many more than on my original list. I found the prices were quite reasonable and I came home with nine plants and change from my $100. The owner, Bob, is so knowledgeable and helpful, I ended up with a lot of good info on caring for my plants. Cactus shopping was not my reason for going to Tucson but a trip to Arid Lands is worth coming back. read more

Arid Lands came highly recommended to me by a number of my fellow succulent and xeric gardening enthusiasts, and I was not disappointed when I finally got a chance to do business with them. In my case, while I did not make the trip to Tucson, I did purchase a fair number of Sansevieria through their website. Well organized and properly identified, I found their selection to be top notch and prices were extremely competitive for the size of plants they offered. Additionally, they have some genuinely unique stuff that you just can't find easily (or in some cases, at all) elsewhere. As an example, I had been wanting to get a hold of a nice Sansevieria trifasciata cv. 'Futura', the progenitor of its much more abundant and easily obtained sport, 'Futura Superba'. I was striking out everywhere, but Arid Lands had them. I was also able to snag a very nice S. parva cv 'Gilt Edge', which is a beautiful variegated selection. Everything was shipped in short order, and received on schedule. Each plant was impeccably wrapped in newspaper and taped up with an ID tag, and all of them arrived in flawless condition due to exceptional and obviously very careful packing. Each plant was bigger than I had expected, and was a fantastic value for the price paid. That kind of a pleasant surprise has become a rarity anymore with mail order nurseries, so I definitely appreciated it. I could not be happier that I took a chance on this place, and my only regret is that it will be a while before I have the chance to drive down to their retail location and shop in person. That said, I have zero hesitation about ordering from them again and look forward to doing business with them in the future. read more

I had always heard great things about their mail order operations. I decided to give it a try and could not be happier the plants arrived in great shape and were ones I'd likely pick out myself at a greenhouse. I like that they ship bare root as I replant anyway it just saves a lot of time. The value is definitely there and the quality is a standout. Well packaged and arrived unharmed and with the appropriate inspection stickers to enter California. I will purchase from them again no problem. read more

Very fast shipping of spectacular plants that can't be found elsewhere. Huge collection of Sansevieria!

Arid Lands is special. A Tucson institution of a kind one doesn't find in many places. The diversity of plants, particularly succulents, is extraordinary. The plants are in good shape and transplant well. The proprietors will go the extra distance in identifying material and giving information. Prices on my most recent trip were a bit steep, but I feel that I'm seeing prices on plants escalate everywhere in Tucson. Particularly for cactus and succulents. Drive out there and take a look, you'll be glad you did. Or, if the drive is too far out, you will see them at various plant shows around town. TBG, for example. read more

Love this place, it is the real deal nursery. For "plant people" and not so much for those who like " pretty" retail nurseries. It it a production nursery for cacti and succulents with lots of different varieties that can be hard to find. If asked they are helpful, yet they are always busy filling orders and do a lot of wholesale business so be glad you can shop there too. it helps to know what you're looking for when you get there for starters. Don't forget to look up the botanical name and that alone helps them direct you to where to look. Really, lots of good stuff for plant hunters. I got some astrophytums and lithops and haworthia. read more

We'd been to Arid Lands once before but my friend hadn't so we took her. Bob, the owner, was attentive to our needs and showed us where to see the plants we were looking for. This greenhouse is amazing with it's vast amount of succulents and cactus. We found everything and more of what we will be needing for up upcoming plant sale. This greenhouse is worth taking time to see all the plants they grow! read more

drove out Sat afternoon ... looked Closed. Does not look like it has been open in some time. They have a massive looking website but there is no indication if drive all the way out there that any of that exits. Maybe it did at one time. Looks vacant now - just someone's home. read more

This nursery is best described as beautiful. Honestly would just come to see it. I didn't buy anything because the plants they seem to sell are plants I am generally less familiar with. Many of there plants are great for people looking for some rare houseplants and such. I don't have a humidity controlled area to house the plants so they can grow their best potential. I will admit though the plants can be a bit pricy but overall great place :) Highly recommend! read more

If you just want your run of the mill annuals, this isn't your nursery. But if you want some succulents and cacti beyond the basic ones you see in everyone's Instagram feed, this is the place for you! So many cool and interesting plants that I had never seen before. They have three main greenhouses. Also, they were super helpful and patient with my ignoramaous self. read more

Most amazing succulent and cacti nursery ever. Especially for people into obscure specimens. Their stock is super healthy and the staff are magical Tucson specimens themselves. read more

Very large selection of cacti and succulents. Can be quite overwhelming at first, so come with a clue, it'll help. ;-) Staff was super friendly, and very helpful in locating specific plants. Would recommend and will definitely be back!! read more

Great place to find rare and exotic desert plants. My two Boswellia Neglecta plants are very healthy. Thank you!

Where do I begin... THIS PLACE IS AWESOME! I looked at their products online and decided to make the drive from Phoenix to their location in Tucson and boy was it worth it. They have such a wide variety of plants and trees a person could spend all day looking at them. I've bought several plants and trees including: Commiphora, Moringa, and Boswellia from them and have yet to be disappointed. I haven't found another place in or around Phoenix that sells these trees. Not to mention the staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly! I can't wait to go back later this year and select a few more for my growing collection! read more

Whether you're a beginning enthusiast , or a crusty old-timer, Arid Lands is the place for you!!! Too bad they don't serve lunch, or I'd never leave! Lol My personal addiction happens to be Dioscoreas and rare South African Bulbs, like Lachenalia and Massonia. Wouldn't you know it: Bob and Toni have got them all!!! Not sure that my ankle monitor will allow me to make a return visit today- but I'll die trying!! Literally. LOL read more

Best cacti/succulent operation I've ever come across. Great variety and some very rare plants. Have ordered online before with excellent results, and even visited in person when in Tucson. The best. read more

Hard to find but worth the trip if they are open. This is a no-nonsense cactus and succulent shopping experience Rough but thats ok. . If you are looking for anything different this is the place to go. Staff is knowledgeable but seem busy with their mail order which I believe is their main concern. Feel free to browse with no one bothering you. They are a bit pricey but if are willing to spend some time looking, there are bargains. there is so much inventory that plants are sometimes found on top of each other! Anyway it was fun! read more