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Questa, NM planting calendar

When to plant vegetables in Questa, NM (USDA hardiness zone 6a). Typical last spring frost around May 31, 2026 11 days year to year), first fall frost around Sep 26, 20269 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about Jun 14, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

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Still time to plant

As of today, these crops can still reach harvest before Questa, NM’s first frost (~Sep 26, 2026) — fastest first.

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ZIP codes in Questa

87556

Frost dates are NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals for a representative location in Questa, NM (covering 1 ZIP); your exact dates depend on your address. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.