The prickly pear cactus (Opuntia) is a massive genus with over 150 known species of paddle-shaped cacti that produce gorgeous flowers. Depending on the variety, the colors may be bright shades of ...

Birds may gorge on its pear-shaped fruits growing in the summer. Colorado's state flower claret cup or kingcup cactus (Echinocereus triglochidiatus) can bolster your home security through its ...

Tempe has a new and very visible art project. The sculptures are atop two new bridges over Interstate 10 at the Broadway Curve. Here's what they are.