What’s Growing on the Land?

Many of the trees I choose are shade trees which help maintain moisture in the soil, and of course, help protect us from the sun as well.

Burr Oak, native to New Mexico and a hybrid of another native, a Burgamble Oak which produces acorns early in their life span which is good for wildlife forage.

Big Tooth Maple, another native of New Mexico, beautiful fall foliage.

Little Leaf Linden, a favorite of the honeybee.

American White Ash, moderately fast growth rate and turns a beautiful purple in the fall.

Service Berries, native of North America, often seen along the hiking trails of Northern New Mexico. Another flashy fall fashion show! Service berries were used to make a pemmican: dried meat (carne seca) pounded into a paste with melted fat then pressed into cakes. These were prepared by North American Indians to carry with them on their travels.