Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in San ildefonso pueblo, NM, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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San ildefonso pueblo, NM Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for San ildefonso pueblo, NM
The average last frost date in spring for San ildefonso pueblo is May 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 1st 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 ildefonso pueblo, NM
The average first frost date in fall for San ildefonso pueblo 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 ildefonso pueblo, NM
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in San ildefonso pueblo is approximately 145 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 ildefonso pueblo, NM Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
San ildefonso pueblo, NM Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), starting Pepper seeds indoors (from March 23rd to April 6th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from April 27th to May 11th), direct sowing Spinach (from April 6th to April 20th), and direct sowing Chives (from April 20th to May 4th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Pumpkin (from May 25th to June 8th), direct sowing Cucumber (from May 25th to June 8th), and direct sowing Zucchini (from May 25th to June 8th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from June 1st to June 15th), direct sowing Jute (from June 1st to June 15th), and direct sowing Corn (from June 1st to June 8th).