Bernalillo sits where the river corridor opens out north of the metro, with the Sandias to the east and open country in every other direction. Lots run larger, the wind comes off the plain, and properties tend to be practical rather than manicured. ABQ Landscape Co builds landscapes here that suit that.
Durable planting for open ground
With little to break the wind or the sun, the plant list has to be genuinely tough. Chamisa, Apache plume, New Mexico privet, rabbitbrush, and native grasses carry the load, with desert willow and honey locust for shade where a lot needs it.
Our high-desert landscaping out here uses crusher fines and rock for the transitions and keeps the irrigated footprint tight around the house.
Monsoon runoff on flat ground
Summer storms drop a lot of water quickly on ground that cannot absorb it fast. We shape shallow basins and swales so runoff is captured on the lot and used by the planting, rather than sheeting across the drive and cutting channels.
Seasonal upkeep, not weekly service
A native-planted property does not need somebody there every week. Scheduled yard cleanup and maintenance handles weed pressure, gravel refresh, and pruning on a seasonal rhythm that fits the property and the budget.
Frequently asked questions
Do you serve north of the metro?
Yes. Bernalillo and the north river corridor are inside our regular service area.
How do I stop monsoon runoff from cutting through my yard?
Grade shaping. Shallow basins and swales hold the water on the lot and feed it to plantings, which is both better for the landscape and cheaper than repairing washouts.
What is the lowest-maintenance option for a large lot?
A compact irrigated area near the house, crusher fines and rock for transitions, and native shrubs and grasses beyond that, on a seasonal cleanup schedule.
Nearby communities we serve
Our north routes include Placitas and Corrales, and we serve the wider Albuquerque metro.
Get a free quote
Call (505) 630-1309 or request a free quote online, and a member of our Albuquerque crew will follow up to schedule a walkthrough and put together a clear, itemized estimate.
By the ABQ Landscape Co Editorial Team. Reviewed for high-desert landscaping accuracy.