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Can You Grow Arugula in New Mexico?

US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a

Grows well here

Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.

Plant zones

2a–9a

New Mexico last frost

late February

New Mexico first frost

early December

Days to harvest

21–40 days

When to plant Arugulas in New Mexico

Direct sow

Feb 28

Harvest

Mar 21 – Apr 9

Dates are approximate, based on New Mexico's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Arugula

Arugula is one of the fastest salad greens — ready in as little as 3 weeks and very cold-tolerant.

Direct sow in early spring or fall — bolts in heat. Harvest outer leaves. Succession sow every 2 weeks for continuous supply. Grows year-round indoors under lights.

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Gardening in New Mexico

New Mexico has an arid continental climate. Albuquerque is Zone 7a; Santa Fe is Zone 6b; southern desert areas are Zone 8a-9a. Low humidity means dramatic temperature swings.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Arugula in New Mexico?

Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.

What zone is New Mexico?

New Mexico spans USDA Zone 7b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).

When do you plant Arugulas in New Mexico?

Plant Arugulas Feb 28, harvest Mar 21 – Apr 9.