Q: Which nursery to find Mexican Elderberry? A: We source ours for clients through our wholesalers. For personal purchases, our best guess would be to reach out to nurseries in Albuquerque!

Hancock Coralberry Symphoricarpos x chenaultii 'Hancock' Zone 4-9 Beautiful arching stems create a unique look for this shrub. Great for erosion control. Petite bell shaped pink flowers appear in early summer. Can reach 2 feet tall and 8 feet wide. Does best in full sun, but can still grow fairly well in full shade. Tolerates moist and dry conditions. Tends to produce a lot of suckers which can be trimmed or allowed to grow wild. Lackluster fall foliage is balanced out by m

Q: What if I want an “arroyo” look to finish my yard. What is best for that? Something “clean” and not dirty or muddy. A: You may want to use a 2-4" gray round riverrock. If it's a small area use the 1 1/2" gray round. Also, use a weed barrier under the rock.

Mexican Elderberry Sambucus Mexicana Zone 7-10 Beautiful white, flat clusters of white flowers appear in early spring. Once the blooms are spent, blackish-purple berries appear that are loved by birds, and can be used for culinary purposes. A fast grower that can quickly reach 30' tall x 20' wide. Water regularly until established. Plant in full sun for best growth. Prefers well-drained soil.

Our client had an empty courtyard that was nothing but dirt, with the exception of a not-too-healthy Locust tree. (There was an outdoor fireplace that the client had hired a contractor to redo with stucco). The goal was to install a large flagstone patio surrounding the fireplace to enjoy the fireplace during summer nights. In addition, pavers were set in the ground to place a hot tub. Once the contractor finished the fireplace it was time to get to work! We removed the Locu

Q: Does it matter what kind of pesticides I spray on my fruit tree? A: Yes! Make sure you are using sprays that are intended for use in fruit trees and not just ornamental. The pesticide will clearly state whether it is intended to be used on fruit trees. The directions will state when you can spray and whether it is safe to spray up until the day of harvest.

Plant of the Week: Blueberry Bountiful Blue ® Blueberry Vaccinium corymbosum Zone 6-10 Make your garden beautiful and functional! This variety is one of the most beautiful blueberry plants. Petite, white blooms with a hint of pink cover the plant in early spring, followed by green foliage and sweet blueberries. Plant in full sun and well drained soil for best growth. Water regularly. Prune lanky twigs and keep the plant compact for best growth, production and looks. A moderat

Q: Can you use just crusher fines instead of gravel? A: Crusher fines can be used decoratively in any landscape. We think it looks best in cactus gardens and when used as pathways.

Red Leaf Rose FL- Pink Rosa Glauca FL Zone 3-9 Maroon-green provides a dramatic backdrop for the dainty, 5 pedal pink brushed flower. This easy to care for, xeric rose is great for the Santa Fe area. In the fall months orange-red rose hips from the spent blooms add some beautiful fall colors to this plant. Plant in full sun to part shade. Prefers well drained soils. Water regularly until established, then occasionally. Can reach 8' tall and 6' wide.

Happy October from Desert Rose! In this month's blog, we will review some tips on how to get rid of invasive plants that may be taking over your yard. While it can be easy to ignore these plants, they can quickly become a nuisance and be difficult to remove. If you have been neglecting the following plants this season, it is important that you work quickly now to prevent headaches for next year. Although Morning Glories can be beautiful when they are in the right location,