When to plant summer squash in New Mexico
New Mexico spans USDA zones 6a–8b, so the right time to plant summer squash shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings 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 | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 7b | April 23 | October 20 | April 30 – May 7 |
| Las Cruces | 8b | March 12 | November 13 | March 19 – March 26 |
| Rio Rancho | 7b | April 8 | November 1 | April 15 – April 22 |
| Santa Fe | 6b | May 14 | October 6 | May 21 – May 28 |
| Roswell | 7b | April 13 | October 30 | April 20 – April 27 |
| Farmington | 7a | May 2 | October 13 | May 9 – May 16 |
| Hobbs | 8a | March 28 | November 10 | April 4 – April 11 |
| Clovis | 7a | April 14 | October 29 | April 21 – April 28 |
Summer Squash in New Mexico: FAQ
When can I plant summer squash in New Mexico?
Across New Mexico, the time to transplant summer squash spans roughly March 7 in Chaparral to May 31 in Las Vegas, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the summer squash planting date vary across New Mexico?
Yes. New Mexico publishes 23 cities with their own frost dates, so the right summer 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 summer squash take to grow in New Mexico?
Summer Squash takes about 45–60 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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