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Bright Violet Bloom of a Hedgehog Cactus

Joshua Boles - NPS

The bright violet flower of a hedgehog cactus which usually blooms in early spring. 

The unusual shapes of Sonoran Desert cacti, bright spring wildflowers, and spectacular Arizona sunsets at Saguaro National Park are a photographers dream.

To see more images of the park visit our Photo Gallery, then visit the Multimedia Presentations page for a more interactive exploration of Saguaro National Park.

Saguaro  

Did You Know?
The saguaro cactus only grows naturally in the Sonoran Desert. There are approximately 1.6 million individual saguaro plants growing within Saguaro National Park.

Last Updated: June 22, 2009 at 18:33 EST