The Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center & Botanical Gardens will host its annual Cactus and Succulent Sale on March 16, 2026, offering plant lovers a chance to purchase desert-adapted species while supporting conservation and education efforts in the Davis Mountains region.
The sale will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the nature center’s campus along State Highway 118, north of Fort Davis. Organizers encourage visitors to arrive early for the best selection, as popular varieties often sell quickly.
The event will feature a wide range of native and drought-tolerant cacti and succulents suited for West Texas landscapes and indoor collections. Many of the plants are propagated on-site by staff and volunteers, ensuring they are well adapted to local growing conditions.
Proceeds from the sale help support the center’s ongoing work in habitat preservation, environmental education, and botanical research. The organization maintains one of the region’s most extensive collections of Chihuahuan Desert plants and serves as a resource for gardeners, students, and visitors interested in native ecosystems.
In addition to purchasing plants, attendees will have opportunities to ask questions and receive guidance on proper care, planting, and maintenance of desert species.
The Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center is located at 43869 State Highway 118 and can be reached at 432-364-2499 for additional information. Organizers say the annual sale continues to be one of the center’s most popular community events, drawing visitors from across the Big Bend region and beyond.
