Plants of the Southwest

Native Desert-Adapted Plant Nursery. Top products: Native seeds, Desert-adapted trees, Shrubs, Grasses, Cacti, Perennials. Plants of the Southwest is a specialized plant nursery and seed supplier with locations in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Established in 1976, the business focuses on the cultivation and sale of native and desert-adapted plant species, promoting gardening and landscape reclamation practices that require minimal intervention. Their inventory includes a diverse range of trees, shrubs, grasses, cacti, and perennials, alongside a wide selection of native seeds. The business emphasizes 'no-work' or 'low-work' gardening, advocating for plants that flourish independently once established in the local environment. Catering primarily to local homeowners and gardening enthusiasts, the nursery operates as a brick-and-mortar retail business, requiring customers to visit their physical locations for all purchases. Their mission centers on ecological restoration and celebrating the inherent strengths of regional native flora, positioning them as a vital resource for sustainable desert landscaping.