The Cactus Farm In Arizona Where You’ll Have A Perfectly Prickly Adventure

Cacti hold a special place in the hearts of Arizonans. Serving as the majestic guardians of our vast deserts, they stand tall and proud despite the unrelentingly harsh climate. While you’ll encounter them virtually everywhere in the Grand Canyon State, this unique farm has thousands in one place. Check it out:

Hiding just north of Phoenix is a magical place where cacti abound.

These ancient desert guardians are the most instantly recognizable symbol of Arizona, and Old West Cactus Farm has them by the thousands.

Every inch of the multiple greenhouses and additional outdoor space is packed with plants just waiting to be purchased.

No matter what you're in the market for, rest-assured it can be found here.

Choose between dozens of different varieties of cacti and succulents.

The knowledgeable staff is happy to answer questions and help you make the best selection.

While these Saguaros have already grown to a whopping 12 feet tall, they're still young little saplings. Take one home and it might sprout just a single arm during your lifetime!

Old West Cactus Farm also offers a wide selection of handmade pottery. Pick up a few Southwest-inspired pieces to give your outdoor decor some undeniable Arizona charm.

You'll find Old West Cactus Farm at 43608 N. Black Canyon Hwy., Phoenix, AZ 85087. It’s open daily from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, visit the farm’s website or Facebook page.

Have you ever been to Old West Cactus Farm? What’s your favorite place to see cacti in Arizona? We’re huge fans of Saguaro National Park.

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Katie Lawrence

Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing. Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.