The Bradford Pear is a fast-growing deciduous tree known for its ornamental white spring blossoms that produce and strong and sometimes offensive odor. It features a symmetrical, rounded canopy and is often used in landscaping for its attractive form and seasonal interest. However, due to its tendency to split in strong winds, it may require extra care in areas like Albuquerque with frequent gusts. It thrives in full sun and can handle the dry conditions of Albuquerque, but it may require supplemental watering during the hottest months.

Chanticlear Pears are small to medium-sized trees with showy white blossoms in the spring and vibrant fall colors. While similar to other ornamental pear varieties, they are more resistant to diseases like fire blight. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it suitable for Albuquerque’s dry climate. Although drought-tolerant once established, it may benefit from occasional deep watering during extended dry spells, particularly during summer heat. Its compact size and attractive shape make it ideal for urban landscapes and smaller yards.

The Cleveland Select Pear is a variety of the Callery pear, hybridized to be more upright in shape, with stronger branches, and slightly more tolerant to extreme weather. Although less invasive, both cultivars are known to spread their seeds thoroughly and can cross polinate other Callery Pears. The tree is adaptable and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and still boasts striking white springtime flowers. While it’s drought-tolerant once established, it may benefit from moderate watering during Albuquerque’s hot summer months.

The Aristocrat Flowering Pear is an ornamental tree admired for its elegant pyramidal shape and striking white spring blossoms. Its dark green foliage turns vibrant red and purple in fall, adding seasonal interest. The Aristocrat is well-suited for urban landscapes, including Albuquerque’s climate. It thrives in the city’s sunny, dry conditions and adapts well to a range of soil types. This tree’s resilience and beauty make it a popular choice for Albuquerque yards and streetscapes.

The Kwanzan Cherry is a deciduous ornamental tree known for its stunning double pink flowers in the spring and vibrant yellow-orange foliage in the fall. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during the hotter months of Albuquerque’s climate. While it thrives in full sun, it does require some moisture, especially during the dry summers. This tree is ideal for landscaping due to its beautiful blooms and striking fall color, but it needs protection from strong winds.

The Okame Cherry is a smaller tree that thrives in full sun, making it perfect for the sunny climates of New Mexico. Known for its early spring display of vibrant pink blossoms, it’s a drought-tolerant tree that only requires moderate water once established. This tree is a great choice for smaller gardens in areas like Rio Rancho or the North Valley, where it can add a pop of color and beauty to urban landscapes.

The Canada Chokecherry is a native deciduous shrub or small tree commonly found in North America, known for its attractive appearance and wildlife value. It's standout characteristic has to be its purple leaves that emerge as green and slowly turn purple as they age. In late spring, it produces fragrant clusters of white flowers. The Canada Chokecherry is well-suited to Albuquerque’s climate, thriving in full sun and tolerating a range of soil types, including the region’s dry, alkaline soils.

The Thundercloud Plum is a stunning ornamental tree with dark purple leaves and pinkish-white spring blooms. Thriving in full sun, this tree is well-suited for New Mexico’s hot, dry conditions, requiring moderate water to stay healthy. It makes a striking addition to both residential and commercial landscapes, adding vibrant color and texture in neighborhoods like the NE Heights, where its small size and beautiful foliage are highly valued.

Krauter's Vesuvius Flowering Plum is a striking ornamental tree known for its deep purple, almost black foliage and vibrant pink to light purple blossoms in early spring. Krauter’s Vesuvius is particularly well-suited to Albuquerque’s climate, thriving in full sun and tolerant of the city's dry, rocky soils. It is often planted as a specimen tree or in decorative groupings, adding color and visual interest to gardens and streetscapes. While it is a relatively low-maintenance tree, it can occasionally suffer from issues like aphids or diseases, so regular care is recommended.

The American Plum is a hardy, drought-resistant tree known for its showy white flowers in spring and small, grape-sized fruits. It has a natural range from here in New Mexico to as far north as Saskatchewan. This tree is perfect for New Mexico’s high desert climate, where it thrives in full sun and requires moderate water during the warmer months. Found in areas like the North Valley and Rio Rancho, it adds beauty and biodiversity to landscapes with its compact size and vibrant seasonal color.

The Newport Plum is a vibrant, drought-tolerant tree known for its striking purple foliage and pink flowers in early spring. Perfect for New Mexico's dry conditions, it handles in full sun and only needs moderate water to maintain its health through the hotter months. Whether planted in Albuquerque’s NE Heights or the arid areas of Rio Rancho, this ornamental tree adds a splash of color to any landscape.

The Prairie Fire Crabapple is a stunning ornamental tree known for its vibrant pink blooms in the spring. Its compact size and striking red fruit make it an attractive choice for New Mexico gardens, particularly in areas like the NE Heights or Corrales. Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in full sun and requires moderate watering. Ideal for urban and suburban landscapes, it provides year-round visual interest.

Sugar Tyme is a compact, ornamental crabapple tree with stunning white blossoms that appear in spring. Known for its ability to thrive in hot, dry climates, it's perfect for Albuquerque’s sunny conditions, particularly in areas like the NE Heights or Rio Rancho. Once established, it requires only moderate watering. This tree’s attractive spring blooms and small, persistent fruit provide year-round beauty and interest in gardens or along walkways.

Indian Magic Crabapple is the more drought tolerant crabapple on this list, making it a great choice for New Mexico gardeners. Known for its stellar fall colors and fruits that start bright red and change to a golden orange throughout the year, this crabapple would be perfect for a splash of color in any yard. Just watch out as their fruits are toxic to dogs, cats and other pets, which is somewhat typical for crabapples. Find the Indian Magic Crabapple here at Jericho Nursery while its still in stock.

This unique crabapple features bright pinkish-red flowers paired with deep purple, cutleaf foliage, offering a striking contrast in Albuquerque gardens. The deeply lobed leaves and upright growth habit with excellent branching and density are inherited from its Golden Raindrops® parent, making it well-suited for the region. The tree’s vigorous growth and impressive disease resistance further enhance its appeal in local landscapes, thriving in Albuquerque’s diverse climate conditions while adding vibrant color and texture to any garden.

The Eastern Redbud is a deciduous tree known for its vibrant pink-purple flowers that bloom in early spring. It has a substantial native range stretching from the East Coast all the way out here to New Mexico. Well-suited for full sun, this tree can thrive in the hot and dry conditions of Albuquerque and its surrounding areas. It requires moderate water to maintain its health and beauty, making it a resilient addition to gardens and landscapes in urban settings. With its striking flowers and compact size, the Eastern Redbud is perfect for smaller spaces or as an accent tree in larger yards.

The Mexican Redbud is a hardy, drought-resistant tree known for its stunning magenta flowers that bloom in early spring. Native to the New Mexico area, Texas, and Northern Mexico, the Mexican Redbud cultivar stands out by being slightly more desert-friendly. It has better heat and drought tolerance, smaller, wavier leaves that resist the sun's rays better, and adapt easier to alkaline and sandy soil substrates. If you live in areas like Rio Rancho known for their sandy soil, this redbud may be the right choice for you. Jericho Nursery generally tries to carry a few kinds of redbuds, so check in with us about the Mexican Redbud.

Like all redbuds on this list, the Oklahoma Redbud is a hardy, drought-tolerant tree with striking purple-pink blossoms that appear in early spring, offering a vibrant contrast against the desert backdrop. Its ability to withstand the hot, dry conditions of New Mexico makes it ideal for planting anywhere from the NE heights to the South Valley, where it thrives in full sun and requires moderate watering. This might be our best-selling redbud tree at Jericho Nursery. Its compact size, along with its stunning flowers, makes it a fantastic choice for smaller yards or urban landscapes across New Mexico.

A drought-tolerant variety of the Eastern Redbud, the Western or Texas Redbud features smaller, heart-shaped leaves and stunning pink flowers that bloom early in the spring. Its native range evades us as it sticks to the eastern parts of Mexico and into Texas where there is a bit more humidity and a bit more water. Jericho's Gardening Angels say it may not be our first choice for redbuds on this list, but can still make a great addition to any landscape.

The Mexican Bird of Paradise is an exotic, drought-tolerant plant known for its striking, bird-like flowers in shades of orange and yellow. It thrives in New Mexico’s sunny, dry climate and adds a dramatic flair to gardens with its upright, lush foliage. While it prefers full sun, it’s adaptable to other growing conditions if needed. Jericho recommends using this plant as a xeric tree or shrub to enhance the color in your xeriscaped sections of yard or garden.

The Purple Robe Locust is a striking deciduous tree known for its fast growth and vibrant spring blooms. A cultivar of the Black Locust, it features cascades of fragrant, pea-like flowers in shades of deep pink to purple, which attract bees and butterflies. Its pinnately compound leaves emerge bronze before maturing to a rich green, providing dappled shade throughout the summer. Highly adaptable, it thrives in a variety of soil types, including poor or dry conditions, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes here in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Desert Willow is a native southwestern tree, thriving in New Mexico’s arid climate. Unlike Chitalpa, a hybrid with Northern Catalpa, Desert Willow occurs naturally and is well-adapted to heat and drought. Its showy pink to purple trumpet-shaped flowers bloom from late spring to summer, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators. With slender, green leaves and a graceful, weeping form, it provides light shade without overwhelming nearby plants. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it’s a perfect choice for water-wise landscapes.

For Albuquerque gardeners who are risk takers and in for a challenge, try the Southern Magnolia. Southern Magnolia is a rare but stunning tree in New Mexico, struggling with dry soil, intense sun, and winter freezes. It requires deep watering, afternoon shade, and soil amendments to thrive. This tree typically prefers loamy soils with higher acidity. Though challenging to grow, with proper care, it rewards gardeners with evergreen foliage and fragrant white blooms.

Mimosa, with its unique, pink, fluffy flowers, is an attractive tree that thrives in warmer, sunnier climates. In New Mexico, it’s an exotic addition to gardens but can be a bit finicky due to the state's variable climate. Though it is drought-tolerant once established, Mimosa prefers well-drained soil and moderate water, especially during the hot, dry summer months. While it's not as cold-hardy as other trees, it can perform well in areas with milder winters or protected microclimates. Its fast-growing nature and striking blooms make it a popular choice for xeriscaping in the right conditions.

The Shoal Creek Chaste Tree (Vitex agnus-castus ‘Shoal Creek’) is a heat- and drought-tolerant ornamental tree that thrives in Albuquerque’s arid climate. Growing 10–15 feet tall and wide, it forms a multi-trunked, vase-like shape with fragrant, gray-green foliage. From late spring through summer, it produces showy spikes of violet-blue flowers, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil, requiring low to moderate water once established.

Chitalpa is a hybrid tree combining Desert Willow and Catalpa, known for its trumpet-shaped flowers in pink, white, or lavender. Two main varieties exist: ‘Morning Cloud’ and ‘Pink Dawn,’ both were originally thought to descend from southern catalpa, but later discovered they differ in their Catalpa lineage. It has slender, lance-shaped leaves in whorls of three and produces long seed pods. Drought-tolerant and thriving in full sun, it is a great choice for any Albuquerque landscape and even works in xeriscaping.

The Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry is a small, multi-season tree prized for its white spring blossoms, edible summer berries, and brilliant red-orange fall foliage. In early spring, it blooms with clusters of fragrant white flowers, followed by sweet, blueberry-like fruits that attract birds. Adaptable and low-maintenance, it thrives in various soils and resists pests and diseases, making it an excellent choice for home gardens and naturalized plantings. Jericho Nursery recommends this to anyone looking to add a unique tree to their yard or garden that also harbors and attracts wildlife.

The New Mexico Privet, also known as Desert Olive, is a hardy, drought-tolerant small tree native to the southwestern United States. It thrives in dry, rocky soils and is well adapted to New Mexico’s arid climate, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping. In early spring, it produces small, inconspicuous yellow flowers that attract pollinators, followed by blue-black berries that provide food for birds and wildlife. Depending on pruning, it can grow as a dense shrub or be shaped into a multi-trunked small tree making it a versatile addition to any water-wise landscape.