|
Allenrelfia occidentalis (Quinine bush) |
| Native
shrub (2-3 feet) related to saltbrush that frequents very saline soils.
Prefers well drained soil, full sun and periodic flooding. Light green
to pinkish turning yellow to brown in fall. |
|
Amelachier alnifolia (Serviceberry) |
|
Deciduous small multi-trunked shrub (to 10 feet) white flowers in spring
precede foliage. Dark blue edible berries in early summer attract birds
and are good in pies and jellies. Sun but not against south or west
wall, amended soil, moderate water. Would benefit from mulching or
ground cover at base. |
|
Amelanchier utahensis (Utah serviceberry) |
| Similar
to above but more drought tolerant smaller (6 x 6 feet) and smaller
fruit. Better adapted to this area. |
|
Amorpha fruticosa (False indigo) |
|
Deciduous shrub 3-8 feet by 5 feet. Height depends on moisture. Multiple
branches have pea like compound leaves and a purple spike flower in the
spring. Any soil type full sun, drought tolerant to periodic watering. |
|
Anisacanthus thurberii (Desert honeysuckle) |
| Upright
bush, 3-5' x 2-3' with small deciduous green leaves. These scarlet
tubular flowers bloom periodically all summer and attract hummingbirds.
Thrives in sunny hot areas with monthly deep watering. Late to leaf out. |
|
Artemisia absinthium 'powis castle' (Wormwood) |
| This is
a dwarf variety, very drought tolerant, forming a 2 x 3' mound. The gray
feathery leaves make a nice contrast to other foliage. Flowers are
yellow and inconspicuous. Full sun, any soil. |
|
Artemisia filifolia (Threadleaf sage) |
|
Evergreen airy shrub four by four feet with gray-green foliage. Prefers
sandy soil but will grow in heavier, drought tolerant and full sun. |
|
Artemisia tridentata (Big sage) |
|
Evergreen gray-green shrub two to four feet by one to two feet. Drought
tolerant but needs supplemental water at our elevation, any soil, sun.
Very aromatic. |
|
Artemisia tridentata spec. nova (Blacksage) |
| A
shorter variety of the above found natively in Sandia foothills and west
in Jemez foothills. More drought tolerant than big sage but not as
showy. A good reclamation plant for north and east slopes. |
|
Atriplex argentea (Silverscale saltbush) |
| Low
growing evergreen shrub, two by three feet, silvery rounding leaves. Any
soil type, full sun, drought tolerant. Good erosion control plant.
|
|
Atriplex canescens (Fourwing saltbush) |
| Densely
branched semi-evergreen shrub (2-6 feet x 4-6 feet) with gray-green
narrow leaves. Makes an excellent hedge or barrier in native area
because of density and tendency to sucker. Has masses of yellowish seeds
in fall which stay on in winter and attract small birds. Full sun,
drought tolerant, any soil. |
|
Atriplex confertifolia (Shadscale) |
| Spiny
shrub one to three feet by two feet with round gray green leaves. Female
bushes have green to pinkish seed heads in the fall. Grows in heavier
alkaline soils, full sun, very drought tolerant. |
|
Atriplex polycarpa (Narrowleaf saltbrush) |
| This
plant differs from four wing saltbrush in having smaller narrower leaves
and having smaller less conspicuous seed clusters. Otherwise conditions
are the same. |
|
Baccharis salisina (Broom baccharis) |
| This
broom variety grows 6-9' x 6-9' with many evergreen stems that leaf out
in summer with adequate moisture. Plants are male and female and will
grow in a variety of soil and water conditions. Once or twice a month
deep watering will give the best shape. Some pruning may be required to
keep its shape as branches are brittle. Full sun. |
|
Brickelia californica (Bricklebush) |
|
Deciduous bush one to three feet tall usually growing in dry stream beds
or rock hillsides. Yellow clusters of flowers midsummer to frost,
triangular green leaves. Quail like seeds. Full sun, well drained soil,
drought tolerant. |
|
Buddleia davidii (Butterfly bush) |
| Fast
growing (to 6 feet) deciduous shrub with green felty leaves and purple
cluster flowers that bloom in midsummer. Cut back after flowering to
maintain shape. Well drained soil, regular water, full to part sun. Well
drained soil, regular water, full to part sun. We also carry dwarf
variety (to 3 feet). Attracts butterflies. |
|
Caesalpinia gilliesii (Bird of paradise) |
|
Deciduous shrub to small (5-10 feet) multiple trunks with feathery
foliage have large yellow and red flowers that will rebloom all summer
if pods cut off. Attracts hummingbirds. Full sun, well drained soil,
infrequent deep watering. |
|
Caryopteris clandonensis (Blue mist spirea) |
|
Deciduous shrub two by two feet, narrow gray-green leaves with
attractive cool blue flowers from August to frost, if old heads cut off.
Cut back in spring to keep shape. Full sun, well drained amended soil.
Moderately drought tolerant. |
|
Eurotia lanata (Winter fat) |
|
Evergreen small shrub (12-24 inches by 6-12 inches). Foliage is silver,
blue-green with woolly white seeds heads in late fall. Good for erosion
control and the seed heads are attractive dried. Full sun, drought
tolerant, any soil type that is fairly well drained. |
|
Cercocarpus ledifolius (Curlleaf mahogany) |
|
Evergreen shrub five to ten feet tall with wide spreading crown of
arching branches. Leaves dark green. Full sun, drought tolerant when
established, well drained soil. |
|
Cercocarpus montanus (Mountain mahogany) |
|
Semi-evergreen shrub to small tree (4-12 feet by 3-6 feet). Reddish bark
and white plume seed pods make this an attractive ornamental for dry
areas. Also good for erosion control, full to part sun, any soil type if
moderately good drainage. Drought tolerant but will grow faster if given
regular water. |
|
Chamaebatiaria millefolium (Fernbush) |
| Low
dense shrub two feet to five feet with fern-like leaves, reddish bark
and yellow white flowers in midsummer. Nice texture change in native
plantings. Good erosion control. Full sun, well drained soil, periodic
water to keep foliage thicker. |
|
Chilopsis linearis (Desert willow) |
| Small
deciduous tree to large shrub (10-20 feet) multiple trunks with large
orchid-like pink/white flowers early summer. A native of farther south
of here, desert willow does best planted in full sun against a south or
west facing wall or in a protected area with rocks for heat. Attracts
hummingbirds. Yearly fertilizing until up to size encourages growth.
Drought tolerant when established in well drained soil. |
|
Chitalpa tash kentensis (Chitalpa) |
| This is
hybrid of desert willow and catalapa. It has large leaves and branches
than desert willow but same basic shape although somewhat taller. Deep
tap roots allow planting next to walls or foundations. Pink flowers
mostly appear in early summer. Monthly deep water, full sun, any soil,
more cold hardy than desert willow. |
|
Ericameria nauseosus (Chamisa) |
| A plant
with many subspecies, we have the tall green and the tall gray, one
having slightly greener stems than the other. Both can reach five feet
and are topped with masses of yellow gold flowers in fall. Prune to keep
shape. Full sun, any soil, drought tolerant but appreciates periodic
deep watering. A must for native landscapes. |
|
Cowania mexicana (Cliffrose) |
|
Evergreen shrub (4-20 feet) with green deeply lobed leaves. Abundant
white rose type flowers in late spring followed by white feathery seed
plumes make these a showy native specimen. They are good also for
erosion control. Full sun, well drained soil, moderately drought
tolerant when established. |
|
Cupressas arizonica (Arizona cypress) |
| Large
evergreen tree (40 by 20 feet) that is quick growing and dense. Makes an
excellent windbreak. Is drought tolerant, will grow in any soil type and
needs full sun. |
| Dalea
scoparia (Broom dalea) |
| Dense
twiggy mounding shrub native to sandy foothills. Very few leaves, stems
green. Profuse deep blue flowers July-August very fragrant. Very drought
tolerant when established excellent for erosion control. Must have well
drained soil. |
|
Dasylirion wheeleri (Sotol) |
| Yucca
like plant forming a dense three foot mound with eight to ten foot wand
of flowers in spring. Needs south or west facing protected place here in
full sun, drought tolerant, well drained soil. |
|
Eleagnus pungens fruitlandi (Silverberry) |
|
Evergreen shrub relative of Russian olive with no thorns. Silver-green
leaves red-brown branches to 12 feet. Berries are good bird food. Any
soil, full sun, drought tolerant when established. |
|
Ephedra torreyiana (Mormon tea) |
| Green
jointed stems mark this dry land native. Grows about one to two feet by
two to three feet, is very drought tolerant, good for erosion control
will grow in any but the densest soil. |
|
Ericameria laricifolia (Turpentine bush) |
| Mounding
evergreen shrub (2' x 2') with thin aromatic shiny green leaves.
Compound flowers bloom yellow in late summer. Very drought tolerant,
needs south or western exposure and well drained soil. For the native
plant connoisseur! |
|
Eriogonum leptophyllum (Bush buckwheat) |
| Woody
decidulous shrub with leaves turning deep burgundy in winter (12 x 8").
Flowers white fading to pink burgundy, green narrow leaves. Prefers well
drained soil, periodic water, full sun. |
|
Fallugia paradoxa (Apache plume) |
| This
three to five feet by three to four feet shrub is a must for foundation
planting in native areas. It is dense, mounding and suckers at the base.
Has white rose-like flowers in late spring and after rains. The
semi-evergreen leaves take on a reddish cast in winter and plumy pinkish
seed heads are as pretty as the flowers. Full sun, any soil, periodic
deep watering. |
|
Fendlera rupicola (Cliff fendler bush) |
|
Deciduous shrub to six feet with paired green leaves and white flowers
in early summer. Prefers rocky well drained soil full to part sun and
periodic deep water. |
|
Forestiera neomexicana (New Mexico olive) |
|
Deciduous large shrub to small tree (3-10 feet) with multiple trunks.
Bright green leaves with small dark blue berries on female plants. Good
tree for windbreaks or foundation planting. Any soil type periodic deep
watering, full sun. |
|
Fraxinus americana (White ash) |
| Large
deciduous shade tree to 80 feet. Leaves turn purplish in fall. Needs
regular deep watering leaves subject to edge burn in hot windy areas.
Any soil. Has seeds. |
|
Fraxinus anomala (Single leaf ash) |
| Small
tree (to 20 feet) normally growing in canyon country. Likes periodic
flooding, well drained soil, full sun. Unlike most ash, this tree has
single heart-shaped leaves and is a good character tree. |
|
Fraxinus velatina (Arizona ash) |
|
Deciduous tree, fast growing, roots not invasive, excellent shade tree
for here. Compound leaves turn yellow in fall, good for compost. Drought
tolerant when established, any soil, full sun. |
|
Gleditsia triancanthos (Honey locust) |
|
Deciduous tree to 60 feet tall. Fast growing. Leaves compound and small.
Our variety is thornless and has seed pods in the late summer. Tolerant
of any soil somewhat drought tolerant, full sun. Excellent yard shade
tree. |
|
Gutierreza sarothrae (Snakeweed) |
| This
small shrub 12-24 inches tall makes evergreen mounds that dot the
landscape with yellow in late summer. They are prefect in combination
with purple asters. Drought tolerant any soil, full sun. Good erosion
control and well self sow. |
|
Gymnocladus dioicus (Kentucky coffee tree) |
|
Deciduous tree to 50 feet. Mature trees are open with contorted branches
making a very picturesque tree. Compound leaves, brown seed pods. Can
take poor soil, some drought and much heat and cold. |
|
Hesperaloe parviflora (Red yucca) |
| Yucca
like evergreen with very narrow sword-like leaves to four feet tall.
Rose red flowers cluster on three to four foot stalks in early summer.
Full sun, drought tolerant any soil. |
|
Juniperus monsperma (One seed juniper) |
| Our
native evergreen juniper, slow growing broad based to 20 feet. Any soil,
full sun, very drought tolerant. Blue berries in fall. |
|
Juniperus sabina buffalo (Buffalo juniper) |
|
Evergreen eight to ten inches tall by eight feet wide dense bright green
foliage. Any soil type, full sun, drought tolerant. |
|
Juniperus sabina tamariscifolia (Tam juniper) |
|
Evergreen two to three feet tall by four to six feet wide, very
symmetrical dark-green color. Any soil type, full sun, drought tolerant
but not as much as buffalo. |
|
Juniperus scopulorum (Rocky Mt. juniper) |
| Large
upright 30-40 feet evergreen with reddish-brown bark and blue-green
berries that attract birds. Green foliage turns reddish purple in
winter. Excellent windbreak or specimen tree. Will grow in any soil, is
moderately drought tolerant and likes full sun. |
|
Koelreoteria paniculata (Golden rain tree) |
| Open
branching deciduous tree 18-25 feet tall. Compound lobed leaves, flower
clusters in summer, fruit-like little brown lanterns in fall. Takes
heat, cold, alkaline soil and is drought tolerant when established. |
|
Larrea tridentata (Creosote bush) |
| Open
spreading evergreen shrub (3-6 feet by 3-6 feet). Excellent for low
maintenance landscaping, it is very drought tolerant. Will grow in most
soils in full sun. Has small yellow flowers. Reportedly limits other
plant growth within its drip line. |
|
Lycium torreyi (Wolfberry) |
| Thorny
shrub to three feet with bright green succulent leaves and tiny white
flowers. Prefers full sun, well drained rocky or sandy soil and is
drought tolerant. |
|
Maclura pomifera (osage orange) |
|
Deciduous fast growing tree to 40" with spreading open habit and thorny
branches. Female trees bear inedible yellow 4" fruit. Can stand heat,
cold, wind drought, akalinity. Needs monthly deep water, any soil, full
sun. Good for wind breaks, borders. Fruit used as bug repellant. |
|
Mahonia fendleri (Colorado barberry) |
| Erect
shrub (1-3") with bright green leaf clusters that turn bright red in
fall. Yellow spring flowers ripen to small shiny red berries that
persist into winter, very showy. This shrub grows in canyons, so needs
regular water, amended soil and part shade here. |
|
Nolina microcarpa (Bear grass) |
| A native
lily, the course grass-like leaves looks a lot like pampas grass. Flower
stalks are dense clusters reaching two to three feet above the three by
four foot leafy clumps. Will grow in well drained soils, is drought
tolerant and needs full sun. |
|
Opuntia clavata (Club or star cactus) |
| A
creeping ground cover cholla. The top spines are white and enlarged,
making an attractive star shaped design. Any soil type, full sun,
drought tolerant. |
|
Opuntia imbricata (Tree cholla) |
| Tree
like cactus to five feet tall. Branches dislodge easily and will root to
form new plant. Beautiful pink flowers in late spring. Full sun, any
soil, drought tolerant. |
|
Opuntia polyacantha (Prickly pear cactus) |
| Low
spreading paddle shaped cactus, deep green with yellow flowers. Pink
fruit is delicious. Full sun, any soil, drought tolerant. |
|
Parthenium incanum (Mariola) |
|
Evergreen shrub one to three feet by one to three feet leaves, white
woolly shaped like little oaks. Flowers cream to light yellow late
summer fall. Will grow in caliche or sand, tolerates alkaline soil, very
drought tolerant, needs a hot place. |
|
Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian sage) |
| Open
deciduous shrub to three feet with aromatic gray leaves and spikes of
purple flowers in late summer. Needs some soil amendments, periodic
water and full sun. |
|
Philadelphus microphyllus (Littleleaf mockorange) |
| Although
slow to establish, this showy shrub will usually reach five by five
feet. In summer the whole plant will be covered with fragrant white
flowers. Prefers part shade at lower elevations, but is more drought
tolerant than lewissi above most soils except very heavy and alkaline. |
| Pinus
edulis (Pinyon pine) |
| Our most
beloved native pine, very slow growing, drought tolerant, any soil type.
Available as thick brushy shrub like trees or more sparse openly
branched specimen trees. Can grow to 15 feet tall. Subject to borers and
tip moth regular treatment necessary. |
|
Platanus wrightii (Arizona sycamore) |
|
Deciduous tree to 80 feet tall. Native to Arizona and southwest New
Mexico, so more drought and soil tolerant than other species. Needs full
sun, well drained soil of any type, period deep watering. |
|
Poliomentha incana (Mexican oregano) |
| Gray
green airy shrub (3 x 3 feet) with small lavender flowers in spring and
fall. The leaves are semi- evergreen and aromatic good for flowering
soups and other dishes. Full sun, well drained soil, monthly deep water. |
|
Populus angustifolia (Mountain cottonwood) |
| This
species has narrower leaves than valley species so is slightly more
drought tolerant and is more adapted to high altitudes. It still is a
water lover needing regular deep water, full sun, any soil. |
|
Populus fremontii (Valley cottonwood) |
| Fast
growing deciduous tree 40-60 feet tall. Excellent shade tree if not
planted near septic system or house foundation. Will seek ground water.
Full sun, amended soil of any type, periodic deep water. |
|
Potentilla fruticosa (Bush cinquefoil) |
| One to
two foot deciduous shrub with small hairy gray-green leaves. Yellow
rose-like flowers bloom throughout summer if adequate water available.
Does best when mulched or ground cover planted around it to keep roots
cooler. Sun to part shade amended soil of any type, regular water. |
|
Prosopsis glandulosa (Honey mesquite) |
| This is
the very northern edge of the range of this tree, so it must be planted
in a hot sheltered location. Ranges from spreading five feet shrub to
open airy 8-12 foot tree here. Its very thorny, has cream colored flower
spikes in late spring and pinkish seed pods that animals love in late
summer. Very drought tolerant. |
|
Prosopsis pubescens (Screwbean mesquite) |
| A
multi-trunked tree to 20'. Tree has compound leaves on thorny branches
with yellow flower clusters in spring followed by a twisted decorative
pod. Needs well drained soil, a hot location and drought tolerant.
|
|
Prunus americana (Wild plum) |
| Small
deciduous tree or shrub to 10 feet. Covered with white flowers in early
spring. Fruit edible, but do not plant in same yards as domestic plums.
Full sun, amended well drained soil, periodic deep water. |
|
Prunus besseyi (Sand cherry) |
|
Deciduous shrub three to six feet shiny narrow leaves. Covered with pink
blossoms in spring. Fruit good for jelly and attracting birds. Mulch.
Full sun, amended soil of any type, periodic deep water. |
|
Ptelea angustifolia (Hoptree) |
| Small
deciduous tree to 20 feet. Three part dark green leaves, whitish flower
clusters in spring, winged fruit that persists after leaves fall. Full
sun, well drained soil, periodic deep water. |
|
Quercus gambelii (Gamble's oak) |
| Thicket
forming shrubby tree 2-12 feet tall excellent for erosion control when
established and provides shelter and food for wild life. Leaves of all
oaks are acid so excellent for mulching those acid loving plants. Full
sun, well drained soil, periodic deep water. |
| Rhus
glabra (Smooth sumac) |
|
Deciduous shrub three to seven feet with compound leaves and a dark red
seed head that persists after leaves fall. Can be used for lemonade,
birds and wildlife eat berries. Afternoon shade, amended well drained
soil, periodic deep water. |
| Rhus
microphylla (Littleleaf sumac) |
| Shrub to
seven feet growing in arid hills. Small deep green leaves, white flowers
followed by bunches of red berries also good for lemonade. Full sun,
well drained soil periodic deep water to drought tolerant. |
| Rhus
trilobata (Three leaf sumac) |
|
Deciduous shrub with clumping low habit three to five feet with small
green maple like leaves that turn red in fall. Full sun, any soil type,
drought tolerant. |
| Rhus
trilobata prostrata (Prostrate 3 leaf sumac) |
| A ground
cover mutation of the above. Sprawling deciduous shrub five to six feet
wide. Full sun, any soil, drought tolerant. |
| Ribes
aureum (Golden currant) |
|
Deciduous erect shrub three to six feet, light green lobed leaves.
Clusters of yellow flowers in spring followed by edible berries. Give
some afternoon shade here, amended soil and regular summer water. |
| Ribes
cereum (Squaw currant) |
|
Deciduous shrub to three feet, flowers white in spring, green leaves,
bright red fruit late summer is edible and will attract birds and small
mammals. Needs some afternoon shade in our zone, amended soil, periodic
deep water. |
|
Robinia neomexicana (New Mexico or rose locust) |
|
Deciduous large shrub to tree thicket forming (6-15 feet). Large
clusters of pink flowers in spring followed by fuzzy seed pods. Thorns
on all stems and branches. Good windbreak, erosion control and wildlife
plants. Full sun, any soil, drought tolerant when established. |
|
Robinia pseudoacacia (Black locust) |
|
Deciduous tree with rather open habit, fast growing to 60 feet tall.
Thorny branches, spring white flower clusters, brown pods that persist
all winter. Excellent shade tree drought tolerant, any soil, full sun. |
| Rosa
rugosa (Rugosa rose) |
|
Deciduous shrub five by five feet vigorous, very hardy with prickly
stems. Bright green leaves, pink flowers blooming all summer. Large
hips. Disease and insect free. Drought tolerant, any soil type with some
amending, full sun. |
| Rosa
woodsii (Woods rose) |
|
Deciduous shrub two to three feet, will sucker so makes a good hedge.
Branches are thorny and reddish, flowers spring blooming single pink.
Need amended soil, periodic water, mulching and a little afternoon shade
at our elevation. |
|
Salvia greggii (Cherry sage) |
|
Evergreen shrub three to four feet tall, bright green leaves, very
aromatic, bright red flowers all summer that hummingbirds love. This
plant needs a very warm place to grow, in cold winter tips will die
back. Full sun, periodic deep water, any well drained soil, fertilize
every two to three years. |
|
Salvia pinguifolia (Shrub salvia) |
|
Deciduous shrub, triangular shaped hairy leaves, flowers bluish
purple whorls in late summer. Prefers rocky, well drained soil and a
protected south or western explosure. Drought tolerant when established. |
|
Santolina chamaecyparissus (Gray santolina) |
|
Evergreen shrub one to two foot woody upright stems densely covered with
finely divided gray leaves. Yellow button flowers in summer. Cut back
periodically to retain shape. Aromatic. Drought tolerant, any soil, full
sun. |
|
Saphora japonica (Japanese pagoda tree) |
|
Decidulous medium size tree to 40' with compound dark green glossy
leaves and yellow flowers in late summer with brown pods persisting in
winter. Very insect and disease free. Very drought tolerant, any soil,
protect from winter wind, full sun, good for patio areas. |
|
Sapindus saponaria var drummondii (Western soapberry) |
| Desert
tree ranging from 10-30 feet depending on water availability. Leaves are
compound with 12 or more on a branch. Inconspicuous flowers in spring
produce fruit that looks much like a garbanzo bean. Fruit poisonous if
large quantities eaten. Full sun, any soil, drought tolerant. |
|
Sarcobatus vermiculatus (Black greasewood) |
|
Deciduous shrub that's well adapted to heavy alkaline soil. Has tiny
succulent light green needles and yellow seeds in late summer. Full sun,
periodic deep water. Makes good erosion control, natural hedges and bird
and wildlife habitat. |
|
Sheperdia argentia (Silver buffaloberry) |
|
Deciduous shrub five to six feet suckering. Spine tipped branches,
leaves slender, silver, fruit on female plants, edible and attracts
birds. Full sun, mulch or ground cover, any soil type, drought tolerant
when established. |
|
Spartum junceum (Spanish broom) |
|
Evergreen shrub three to six feet with many green erect nearly leafless
stems. Bright yellow, very fragrant flowers cover plant in late spring.
Cut back periodically. Does best with little water, any soil type and
full sun. |
|
Symphoricarpos orbiculatus (Coral berry) |
| Upright
or spreading deciduous shrub two to four feet. Blooms in spring followed
by a profusion of small purplish fruits in clusters. Drought tolerant
when established (best when mulched) sun to part shade, amended soil of
any type. |
| Thuja
arietalis (Blue cone arborvitae) |
|
Evergreen shrub eight to ten feet. Foliage green with a blue cast and
compact sprays of flattened branchlets. Full sun, amended soil, periodic
deep watering. |
| Ulmus
parviflora (Lack bark elm) |
| Fast
growing deciduous tree 40-60 feet tall. Useful for shade tree if kept
away from septic systems and water lines. This variety is resistant to
Dutch elm disease. Fairly drought tolerant, any soil, full sun. |
| Vitex
agnus-castus (Vitex) |
|
Deciduous shrub to eight feet tall or more. Multiple trunks, fan-like leaves and
conspicuous spikes of lavender blue flowers in late summer. Plant in a
hot place as it will increase color and number of blooms. Drought
tolerant when established, any soil type. |
| Yucca
baccata (Banana yucca) |
| This
yucca has broad stiff leaves and fat banana like fruit after the white
spring flowers. Full sun, very drought tolerant, any soil. |
| Yucca
elata (Soaptree yucca) |
| Slender
leafed yucca with definite trunk 6-15 feet usually with multiple heads.
Flowers white in spring. Very drought tolerant, any soil, full sun. New
Mexico state flower. |
| Yucca
glauca (Soapweed yucca) |
| Narrow
leafed, low growing yucca, 10-18 inches, white, late spring flowers on
spikes to three feet. Very drought tolerant, any soil, full sun, will
sucker.
For a
listing of various trees and their adaptability to New Mexico
environments by NMSU go to H-328.pdf
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