What to grow in Albuquerque

A local planting guide for New Mexico, United States — USDA zone 7b, average frost dates, and the vegetables, herbs and flowers that thrive here.

Albuquerque climate at a glance

Decoded from long-run climate normals for Albuquerque's location. Use it as a starting point — your own garden's aspect, walls and soil shift these by a week or two.

USDA hardiness zone
Zone 7b
Average winter low
-3°C (27°F)
Average summer high
32°C (90°F)
Last spring frost
April 8 (avg)
First fall frost
November 8 (avg)
Frost-free growing season
~214 days
Annual rainfall
300 mm/yr (12 in)
Hot days (≥30°C) per year
~43 days

Best plants for Albuquerque

196 plants in the library suit USDA zone 7b. Tap any one for its sowing calendar, spacing and companions.

Easy starter picks for Albuquerque

New to growing? These are forgiving, fast, and can go straight into the ground — a good first season in USDA zone 7b.

What to sow around July

A seasonal snapshot based on Albuquerque's average frost dates. Open the planner for dates tuned to your exact spot.

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