Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Fence lake, NM, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Fence lake, NM Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Fence lake, NM
The average last frost date in spring for Fence lake is June 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 19th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Fence lake, NM
The average first frost date in fall for Fence lake is October 5th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Fence lake, NM
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Fence lake is approximately 122 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Fence lake, NM Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Fence lake, NM Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Thyme seeds indoors (from April 10th to April 24th), starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from April 10th to April 24th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 10th to April 24th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Alfalfa (from May 8th to May 22nd), direct sowing California Poppy (from May 8th to May 22nd), and direct sowing Sorrel (from May 8th to May 22nd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from June 12th to June 26th), direct sowing Anise (from June 12th to June 19th), and direct sowing Sunflower (from June 12th to June 26th).