Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in San fidel, NM, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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San fidel, NM Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for San fidel, NM
The average last frost date in spring for San fidel is May 22nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 5th 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 San fidel, NM
The average first frost date in fall for San fidel is October 10th. 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 San fidel, NM
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in San fidel is approximately 141 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.
San fidel, NM Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
San fidel, NM Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from March 27th to April 10th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from April 10th to April 24th), direct sowing Pea (from April 10th to April 24th), and direct sowing Flax (from April 24th to May 8th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Fennel (from May 8th to May 22nd), direct sowing Quinoa (from May 8th to May 22nd), and direct sowing Sunflower (from May 29th to June 12th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 5th to June 19th), direct sowing Melon (from June 5th to June 19th), and direct sowing Jute (from June 5th to June 19th).