It’s been five years since we opened our doors at JTH Tucson! Before JTH Tucson was a thought, we started a home renovation in Joshua Tree, CA which is why we are now called ‘The Joshua Tree House’. We’ll never forget how exciting it was to design and renovate that space ourselves and sharing it with […]
Summer in Tucson
When summer casts its warm glow over the Sonoran Desert, Tucson beckons with a tapestry of experiences waiting to be explored. From the iconic saguaro cacti of Saguaro National Park to the vibrant cultural scene and culinary delights, the Old Pueblo offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and human creativity that shines brightly […]
A Field Guide to Sonoran Desert Wildlife
We are fortunate here at JTH Tucson to be surrounded by 40 acres of the most biologically diverse desert in the United States. Sonoran desert wildlife is a unique mix of animals traditionally associated with the desert Southwest (like rattlesnakes and coyotes) along with animals that travel up from Central America (such as jaguars and […]
A Family Friendly Guide to Tucson
Exploring Tucson with Kids Tucson, Arizona is such a fun destination for the whole family to visit. For one thing, the landscape is one of a kind! The Saguaro cactus, the largest cactus in America, grows only in the Sonoran Desert around Tucson. The iconic natural vistas may be what draw visitors to Tucson, but […]
A Monthly Guide to Cactus Blooms
We look forward to spring and summer in the desert all year. It’s a wonderful time of year when the pool is the perfect temperature for swimming, the evenings are still cool enough to dine al fresco, and the cacti are blooming! If you’re thinking of making a desert trip, it’s a great time to […]
A Field Guide to Desert Wildflowers & Super Blooms
Winter rains in the Mojave and Sonoran deserts this year indicate that this spring may be a good year for wildflowers in both Tucson and Joshua Tree. There’s a chance we may even experience a super bloom if we get lucky! Of course, like any natural phenomenon, wildflowers are difficult to predict. Here are some […]