Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in San mateo, NM, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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San mateo, NM Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for San mateo, NM
The average last frost date in spring for San mateo is June 3rd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 17th 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 mateo, NM
The average first frost date in fall for San mateo 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 mateo, NM
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in San mateo is approximately 129 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 mateo, NM Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
San mateo, NM Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), starting Leek seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting Onion seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from April 22nd to May 6th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from April 22nd to May 6th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from April 22nd to May 6th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Parsley (from May 6th to May 20th), direct sowing Kale (from May 6th to May 20th), and direct sowing Watercress (from May 6th to May 20th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from June 17th to July 1st), direct sowing Babys Breath (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Pumpkin (from June 10th to June 24th).