Best Plants For Tatum, NM

A variety of plants are suitable for Tatum's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 7b, with average annual lows of 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Tatum, NM based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Tatum include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azaleas, begonias and chrysanthemums for the best results.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Trees for Tatum

American Holly (Ilex opaca)

American White Elm (Ulmus americana)

Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum)

Black Willow (Salix nigra)

Carolina Silverbell (Halesia carolina)

Dogwood (Cornus florida)

Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)

Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus)

Loblolly Pine (Pinus taeda)

Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

River Birch (Betula nigra)

Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua)

Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)

Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)

Virginia Pine (Pinus virginiana)

White Ash (Fraxinus americana)

White Oak (Quercus alba)

Fruits for Tatum

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Grapes

Kiwi

Mulberries

Peaches

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Pomegranates

Quince

Raspberries

Strawberries

Walnuts

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Flowers for Tatum

Azaleas

Begonias

Chrysanthemums

Coneflowers

Crocuses

Daffodils

Dahlia

Daylilies

Geraniums

Hyacinths

Hydrangeas

Irises

Lavender

Lilies

Marigold

Pansies

Periwinkle

Petunias

Roses

Tulips

Vegetables for Tatum

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Peas

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Bell Peppers

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Turnips

Zucchini

Map of NM Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Tatum ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of New Mexico.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Need Gardening Gear?

The Plant Guide Online has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Tatum's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 7b in Tatum, NM. This is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping to decide what plants would be suitable for the region's climate. According to our records, the average annual extreme minimum temperature in Tatum is 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Tatum, NM.

Map of Tatum

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

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Tools You'll Love

The Plant Guide Online has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

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Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.