Organ Pipe cactus.
This is a century plant which is actually an agave cactus. Once they bloom, they die.
Teddy Bear Cholla cactus.
A Fishhook Barrel cactus with a Prickly Pear cactus behind it.
Crimson Prickly Pear cactus.
Cow Horn Agave cactus.
The Saguaro does not grow arms until it is 75 years old. They don't usually live longer
than 200 years. FYI--"arms" is the correct word, not branches.
As you can see, it was a beautiful day. Cool breeze, warm sun, clear skies. We would not want to go through this living museum in the hot Arizona summer.
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