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Planting calendar for ZIP 87529 (El Prado, NM)

When to plant vegetables in El Prado, NM (USDA hardiness zone 5b). Typical last spring frost around May 19, 2026 9 days year to year), first fall frost around Oct 3, 20268 days).

Playing it safe? Spring frost holds off until about May 30, 2026 in roughly 9 years out of 10 — a good target for tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.

See the full El Prado, NM planting calendar for dates typical of the whole city.

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Understand your frost dates

Frost dates for ZIP 87529: NOAA 1991-2020 normals (USC00298668 TAOS, NM US). Your exact dates depend on your address and microclimate. Schedules are guidance, not guarantees.