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Can You Grow Onion in New Mexico?
US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a
Onions grow well here — plant sets or transplants in early spring for a summer harvest.
Plant zones
New Mexico last frost
New Mexico first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Onions 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 Onion
Onions are a staple crop that stores well and can be grown as sets transplants or from seed.
Growing from sets is easiest for beginners. Plant in early spring — onions are frost-tolerant. Day-length sensitive — choose short-day long-day or day-neutral varieties based on your latitude.
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 Onion in New Mexico?
Onions grow well here — plant sets or transplants in early spring for a summer harvest.
What zone is New Mexico?
New Mexico spans USDA Zone 7b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).
When do you plant Onions in New Mexico?
Plant Onions around late February (start indoors Jan 3), harvest May 29 – Jun 28.