Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Vajo, NM, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Vajo, NM Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Vajo, NM
The average last frost date in spring for Vajo is June 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until July 2nd 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 Vajo, NM
The average first frost date in fall for Vajo is September 20th. 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 Vajo, NM
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Vajo is approximately 94 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.
Vajo, NM Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Vajo, NM Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from April 23rd to May 7th), starting Tomato seeds indoors (from April 23rd to May 7th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 23rd to May 7th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from May 21st to June 4th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from May 21st to June 4th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from May 21st to June 4th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Cilantro (from June 4th to July 2nd), direct sowing Alyssum (from June 4th to June 18th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from June 25th to July 9th).
July
In July, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from July 2nd to July 16th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from July 2nd to July 16th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from July 2nd to July 16th).