Native Plant Nurseries in New Mexico

Find local native plant nurseries in New Mexico. Support pollinators and local ecosystems with plants native to your region.

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About Native Plants in New Mexico

New Mexico's high desert, mountain forests, and grasslands support native plants adapted to intense sun and low rainfall. Native landscaping reduces water use while honoring the Land of Enchantment's ecology.

Ecoregions

Chihuahuan DesertGreat Plains GrasslandRocky Mountain ForestColorado Plateau

Popular Native Species

  • Desert Willow (Chilopsis linearis)tree
  • Apache Plume (Fallugia paradoxa)shrub
  • Chocolate Flower (Berlandiera lyrata)wildflower
  • Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)grass
  • Penstemon (Penstemon barbatus)wildflower

Planting Season

Late summer monsoon season (July-August) is excellent for seeding. Fall (September-October) works well for container plants.

USDA Zones

4b-8b