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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in New Mexico?
US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a
Cherry tomatoes thrive here and are among the most rewarding balcony crops you can grow.
Plant zones
New Mexico last frost
New Mexico first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in New Mexico
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on New Mexico's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Cherry Tomato
Cherry tomatoes are prolific and fast-maturing — ideal for containers and small spaces.
Pinch suckers to keep plants manageable in containers. One plant can produce hundreds of fruits. Needs the sunniest spot available.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cherry Tomato in New Mexico?
Cherry tomatoes thrive here and are among the most rewarding balcony crops you can grow.
What zone is New Mexico?
New Mexico spans USDA Zone 7b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).
When do you plant Cherry Tomatoes in New Mexico?
Plant Cherry Tomatoes around late February (start indoors Jan 17), harvest Apr 24 – May 9.