Northern New Mexico and Santa Fe experienced a later date for planting annuals for the 2026 planting season, with cooler temperatures and lingering spring conditions delaying many gardens and landscapes from getting underway. But the good news is that the growing season is still full of opportunity — warmer days have arrived, the soil is warming beautifully, and there is still plenty of time to plant and enjoy a healthy, vibrant landscape throughout the summer and into fall.

Lynn Payne, the Garden Guru, says in many ways, this later start can actually be beneficial for planting trees, shrubs, perennials, and gardens, as plants are settling in during more consistent weather conditions.

Now is an excellent time to refresh landscapes, add color and texture, and take advantage of the long growing season still ahead in Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico.

Our nursery is fully stocked and bursting with new life! We’ve just received a beautiful selection of trees, shrubs, and vines—perfect for adding structure, shade, or a pop of greenery to your landscape.

Whether you’re looking to create privacy, frame your garden with flowering accents, or start a new planting project, we have a wide variety of hardy, region-appropriate choices ready to take root.

We’re also excited to announce the arrival of fresh annuals and perennials! From vibrant blooms that thrive all summer long to reliable favorites that return year after year, there’s something for every garden style and skill level. Now is a great time to stop by, get inspired, and bring home a little color and beauty for your outdoor space.

Now’s a great time to stop by and see what’s new!

STOP BY TODAY!!!

STOP BY TODAY!!!

GREENHOUSES ARE BURSTING WITH GORGEOUS COLOR!

WE ARE RECEIVING SHIPMENTS OF NEW PLANTS WEEKLY! STOP BY AND SEE ALL COLORFUL ANNUALS AND PERENNIALS!

ALL ARE READY TO PLANT NOW!

PLENTY OF TOMATOES READY FOR PLANTING!

STOP BY TODAY FOR BEST THE SELECTION!

Here is a list of our current tomatoes we have in stock:

Sun Sugar
Beefsteak
Black Krim
Fourth of July
Roma
Supersweet 100
Lemon Boy

The Roma tomatoes are already growing!

Here is our recomendation for watering in Santa Fe. Watering is best performed in the cooler times during the morning or evening. Remember, plants need 1.5-2 inches of water per week during hot weather, we’re talking about in-ground plants. Plants in hanging baskets, window boxes, and other containers, which rain does not moisten effectively when we have it, will need regular watering. Now with this hot weather … run all the hot water from the hose to keep from scalding the plants!

Here are some tips on how to water properly during the beginning of JUNE:

Please check your plants and make sure that they are receiving enough water. Without rain, here’s a list of watering techniques to consider:

* WATER LESS FREQUENTLY, MORE DEEPLY: Water thoroughly 1-2 times per week instead of a light application every day, in other words, soak the entire root zone.

* INSTALL A DRIP IRRIGATION SYSTEM

* COLLECT AND CHANNEL WATER: Place rain barrels or other large containers under canales to catch roof run-off — IF we ever get any rain!!!

* GIVE EACH PLANT ONLY AS MUCH WATER AS IT NEEDS. But remember: new plantings need generous amounts of water to become established.

PAYNE’S TIP: Make sure to use a “slow” dripping watering technique with your hose or irrigation system. Don’t just spray all over the place like SCRUFFY in the photo. Keep the hose or other watering supplies closer to the plants … this way the water won’t evaporate so quickly during these windy and hot days!

JOIN THE GREEN TEAM!

Cashiers – We’re looking for friendly, reliable cashiers to help greet customers, run the register, and keep the checkout area running smoothly. Perfect for someone who enjoys plants, people, and a lively garden center environment.

Tropical Greenhouse Associates – Assisting with watering, care of houseplants, up-potting services and great customer service. Hours are flexible – and part-time.

Nursery Yard and Greenhouse Associates – Assisting with the day-to-day plant care activities including watering and planting.

Fill out the application and bring it in to Payne’s Nursery North at 304 Camino Alire.

• Ideal for all container-grown flowers, herbs and vegetables
• Enriched with earthworm castings, perlite, pumice and organic fertilizer
• OMRI listed organic
• Several sizes are available
• Packaging may vary
• Listed by the organic materials review institute for the production of organic food and fiber
• Rich, loamy mix is one of the best for all gardening applications
• Perlite and pumice are added to ensure optimum pore and air space for sturdy growth
• Regionally formulated, western region only, packaging may vary
• Use in hanging baskets, patio containers, herb gardens, vegetable plantings, and anywhere you would like to use an organic soil

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DO YOU KNOW WHY GERANIUMS ARE SANTA FE’S FAVORITE PLANTS?

ANOTHER GREAT QUESTION!

In this week’s archived show from previous years, the Garden Guru chatted about one of the most popular and easy to grow plants in Santa Fe are geraniums. Payne’s sells thousands of geraniums and it’s because they’re so colorful and they love Santa Fe’s climate!

The cool nights and the bright sunny days make them perfect for this climate and they’re really easy to grow! They require full SUN – a minimum of six hours a day and they will bloom all season long. But there is a trick to growing them so healthy. Listen to Lynn’s tip on his recommendation about transplanting and fertilizing geraniums.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE GARDEN GURU’S ARCHIVED RADIO SHOW ON THIS TOPIC.

HAPPY GARDENING!

STOP BY TODAY FOR A VARIETY OF HARD GOODS!

GIFT CARDS FOR ANY OCCASION SUCH AS FATHER’S DAY, BIRTHDAYS OR JUST BECAUSE IT’S WEDNESDAY!

STOP BY PAYNE’S NORTH AND GIVE THE GIFT OF GREEN!

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Sat from 9 am to 1 pm

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