When to plant carrot in New Mexico
New Mexico spans USDA zones 6a–8b, so the right time to plant carrot shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 7 in Chaparral to May 3 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 2 – May 14 |
| Las Cruces | 8b | March 12 | November 13 | February 19 – April 2 |
| Rio Rancho | 7b | April 8 | November 1 | March 18 – April 29 |
| Santa Fe | 6b | May 14 | October 6 | April 23 – June 4 |
| Roswell | 7b | April 13 | October 30 | March 23 – May 4 |
| Farmington | 7a | May 2 | October 13 | April 11 – May 23 |
| Hobbs | 8a | March 28 | November 10 | March 7 – April 18 |
| Clovis | 7a | April 14 | October 29 | March 24 – May 5 |
Carrot in New Mexico: FAQ
When can I plant carrot in New Mexico?
Across New Mexico, the time to direct-sow carrot spans roughly February 7 in Chaparral to May 3 in Las Vegas, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the carrot planting date vary across New Mexico?
Yes. New Mexico publishes 23 cities with their own frost dates, so the right carrot 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 carrot take to grow in New Mexico?
Carrot takes about 60–80 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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