Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Yah ta hey, NM, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Yah ta hey, NM Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Yah ta hey, NM
The average last frost date in spring for Yah ta hey is May 27th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 10th 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 Yah ta hey, NM
The average first frost date in fall for Yah ta hey is October 5th. 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 Yah ta hey, NM
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Yah ta hey is approximately 131 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.
Yah ta hey, NM Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Yah ta hey, NM Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from March 18th to April 1st), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from March 18th to April 1st), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 18th to April 1st).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 29th to May 13th), direct sowing Spinach (from April 15th to April 29th), and direct sowing Flax (from April 29th to May 13th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from May 6th to May 20th), direct sowing Babys Breath (from May 27th to June 10th), and direct sowing Quinoa (from May 13th to May 27th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from June 10th to June 24th), direct sowing Morning Glory (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 10th to June 24th).