When to plant acorn squash in New Mexico
New Mexico spans USDA zones 6a–8b, so the right time to plant acorn squash shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 7 in Chaparral to May 31 in Las Vegas — below are local dates for 23 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 7b | April 23 | October 20 | April 30 – May 14 |
| Las Cruces | 8b | March 12 | November 13 | March 19 – April 2 |
| Rio Rancho | 7b | April 8 | November 1 | April 15 – April 29 |
| Santa Fe | 6b | May 14 | October 6 | May 21 – June 4 |
| Roswell | 7b | April 13 | October 30 | April 20 – May 4 |
| Farmington | 7a | May 2 | October 13 | May 9 – May 23 |
| Hobbs | 8a | March 28 | November 10 | April 4 – April 18 |
| Clovis | 7a | April 14 | October 29 | April 21 – May 5 |
Acorn Squash in New Mexico: FAQ
When can I plant acorn squash in New Mexico?
Across New Mexico, the time to direct-sow acorn squash spans roughly March 7 in Chaparral to May 31 in Las Vegas, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the acorn squash planting date vary across New Mexico?
Yes. New Mexico publishes 23 cities with their own frost dates, so the right acorn squash planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does acorn squash take to grow in New Mexico?
Acorn Squash takes about 80–100 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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