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WELCOME TO PAYNE’S NORTH!

WE WANT TO WELCOME YOU TO STOP BY PAYNE’S NORTH AND WALK AROUND AND SEE WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT!


For those of you who are NEW to our North location, strolling through Payne’s North Nursery is a delight for the senses!

Our Camino Alire location (Payne’s North) has a vibrant array of plants, well-tended greenhouses, and expansive outdoor space soon to be filled with an extensive variety of trees and shrubs. 

The moment you step in, you’re surrounded by lush greenery, colorful blooms, and the fresh, earthy scent of thriving plants. The pathways guide you to neatly arranged sections, from our tropical greenhouse, to our perennial and annual greenhouses getting ready for Spring. 

The greenhouses are brimming with life and will shortly be showcasing a variety of flowers, herbs, and specialty plants in every shade of green imaginable. Warm and filled with the soothing hum of nature, they provide a tranquil space to wander through, admiring the well-cared-for plants and gathering inspiration for your own garden. 

Outside, the nursery’s vast space is dedicated to larger trees and shrubs, giving visitors a chance to see just how magnificent these plants will become as they mature. In the Spring, we’ll have a plethora of sizes and varieties of trees to include fruit, shade, flowering, and ornamental. 

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or simply someone who appreciates nature’s beauty, Payne’s North is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon. Our friendly staff, the impressive variety of plants, and the peaceful setting create an experience that is as inspiring as it is enjoyable. 

It’s not just a nursery—it’s a place where ideas flourish, and the love of gardening grows.

SEE YOU AT PAYNE’S NORTH AND HAPPY GARDENING!

A BIT OF HISTORY REGARDING GROUNDHOG DAY!

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

If the groundhog sees his shadow this Sunday, he scurries back into his burrow, signaling six more weeks of winter. If he doesn’t see his shadow, spring will arrive early with warmer days ahead (fingers crossed).

NOW ON TO THE HISTORY…

Groundhog Day has its origins in ancient European traditions, particularly among the Celts and Germans, who celebrated Candlemas Day on February 2nd. Candlemas marked the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox and was associated with predicting the weather. It was believed that if the weather was clear on Candlemas Day, there would be six more weeks of winter.

German immigrants brought this tradition to the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries, settling in Pennsylvania. The tradition evolved to focus on the groundhog as the weather prognosticator, and Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, became the central location for the celebration.

The first official Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney took place in 1887. The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club was established, and they declared Punxsutawney Phil as the official weather-predicting groundhog. The festivities gained popularity over the years, and today, thousands of people gather in Punxsutawney each February 2nd to witness Phil’s weather prediction.

The modern Groundhog Day celebration was further popularized by the 1993 film “Groundhog Day,” starring Bill Murray. The movie, directed by Harold Ramis, has since become a classic and has contributed to the cultural significance of Groundhog Day as a symbol of repetitive experiences and personal growth.

It’s essential to note that Groundhog Day and its predictions are based on folklore and tradition rather than scientific accuracy. Many meteorologists and scientists consider it a fun and lighthearted event rather than a reliable weather forecasting method. Nevertheless, the celebration has become a cultural phenomenon, and various events and festivities are organized around the groundhog’s predictions each year.

GET YOUR 2025 SEEDS HERE!

NOW is the best time to start planning your garden.

Our 2025 seeds are here and our seed racks are stocked and ready – with plenty of varieties to choose from. Brands like: Botanical Interests, Lake Valley Organics, Peppers of the World and more!

If you’re not sure about which variety to choose, our gardening experts will help you decide!

ASK THE GARDEN GURU!

WHAT EARTH FRIENDLY PRODUCTS FOR THE WINTER SEASON INCLUDING AN ICE MELT DOES PAYNE’S RECOMMEND?

ANOTHER GREAT QUESTION!

In this week’s archived show from previous years, the Garden Guru discussed some of the “earth friendly” products that Payne’s has to make your life easier! Now you may not think of “earth friendly products” for your yard or garden in the winter months…. It’s easy to think about them during the summer months when we sell composts and mulch, and organic and natural insecticides and fertilizers… but this time of year Payne’s recommends two main things for the season: ice melt and wood pellets for pellet stoves. The wood pellets that Lynn recommends are made right here in New Mexico! They are made from recycled urban waste lumber. From buildings that are torn down like two by fours and two by sixes that are clean lumber and don’t contain glues and other chemicals like plywood. (Please note: Payne’s no longer has wood pellets in stock).

The second product is an ice melt that Payne’s recommends. Made from potash. Now most ice melters are comprised of different types salts and most salts are not good for plants. The ice melt that Payne’s sells is based on potash — that’s the main ingredient in it… and Pot Ash is actually one of the major ingredients in fertilizers – it’s responsible for healthy root growth among other things. Listen to Lynn’s tip to learn more about this BONUS ice melter and all of it’s awesome properties.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE GARDEN GURU’S 

ARCHIVED RADIO SHOW ON THIS TOPIC.

HAPPY GARDENING!

Did you know that Payne’s Organic Soil Yard (POSY) is the largest and oldest composting company in Northern New Mexico? 

We are almost as old as dirt! Stop by and see Sam and check out the mulches, compost, and variety of soil POSY has. 

6037 Agua Fria • 505-424-0336

Payne’s Organic Soil Yard has a variety of soil, mulch, compost, Duramulch, and more. Stop by and see Sam and ask him what is the best product for your current needs. 

Buy in bulk! We’ll deliver for a small fee or bring your truck and we’ll load it for you!

Payne’s Organic Soil Yard
6037 Agua Fria
505-424-0336