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Spiky-leaved desert plants among rocky hills in Joshua Tree National Park.

Mojave Yucca

A hardy, drought-adapted succulent native to the Mojave Desert and upper transitional zones of the Sonoran Desert, including the Coachella Valley's...

 Organ pipe cactus beside palm trees and a metal horse sculpture at J&J Ranch in La Quinta

Organ Pipe Cactus

A striking, multi-stemmed cactus native to the Sonoran Desert, including parts of Arizona, Baja California, and Sonora, Mexico. While it is not nat...

 Yellow prickly pear flowers and buds above green and purple cactus pads

Prickly Pear Cactus

The Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia spp.) is a striking and ecologically important member of the cactus family, widely found in the Coachella Valley a...

 Firecracker plants with arching stems and red tubular flowers at Trilogy Polo Club.

Firecracker Plant

This plant is Russelia equisetiformis, commonly known as firecracker plant, coral fountain, or fountain bush. It is a non-native but widely used or...

 A small bird perched among thin leaves and stems.

Flame Skimmer (Libellula saturata)

This vibrant orange dragonfly is a striking species commonly found in the Coachella Valley and throughout the southwestern United States. Appearanc...

 A close-up image of bright yellow flowers, brittlebush, with silvery-gray foliage against a backdrop of rocky desert terrain.

Brittlebush

One of the most recognizable and widespread shrubs in the Coachella Valley and surrounding desert landscapes. Known for its brilliant yellow flower...

 Close view of an equestrian rider on a brown horse at Desert International Horse Park.

Desert International Horse Park (DIHP)

Desert International Horse Park is a major equestrian competition venue in Thermal and one of the West Coast’s leading winter destinations for hors...

 A flame acanthus shrub covered in red-orange tubular flowers.

Chuparosa (Hummingbird Bush)

A striking native shrub of the Coachella Valley and surrounding Sonoran Desert. Beloved for its vibrant red flowers and ability to attract hummingb...

 Tall upright snake-plant leaves in a shaded garden at The Living Desert.

Snake Plant

The snake plant (Mother-in-Law’s Tongue) has tall, sword-like leaves with green markings and yellow edges. It thrives with minimal care, tolerates ...

 A tall yucca-like plant with a dense crown of pointed leaves at The Living Desert.

Yucca Rostrata

Commonly known as Beaked Yucca, is a stunning, drought-tolerant plant native to the Chihuahuan Desert, making it well-suited for Coachella Valley g...

 Red-flowering Eremophila shrubs in a landscaped garden at Trilogy Polo Club.

Eremophila maculata

The spotted emu bush is commonly known as a flowering shrub native to Australia but is often cultivated in desert gardens, including those in the C...

 A broad avenue through South Palm Desert neighborhoods, viewed from above.

South Palm Desert

South Palm Desert is an exceptionally desirable location in the Coachella Valley, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, ideal climate, and conv...