Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Ojo sarco, NM, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Ojo sarco, NM Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Ojo sarco, NM
The average last frost date in spring for Ojo sarco is June 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 26th 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 Ojo sarco, NM
The average first frost date in fall for Ojo sarco is September 25th. 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 Ojo sarco, NM
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Ojo sarco is approximately 105 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.
Ojo sarco, NM Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Ojo sarco, NM Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from April 3rd to April 17th), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 17th to May 1st), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from April 17th to May 1st).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from May 15th to May 29th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from May 1st to May 15th), direct sowing Kale (from May 15th to May 29th), and direct sowing Parsley (from May 15th to May 29th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Moss Rose (from June 19th to July 3rd), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 26th to July 10th), and direct sowing Okra (from June 26th to July 10th).