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When to Plant Peas in New Mexico

In a typical New Mexico location, sow outdoors Mar 2 – Mar 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 17 in Chaparral and as late as Apr 12 in Las Vegas.

Method Direct sow
Days to maturity 55–70 days

Cold-hardy; direct sow 4-6 weeks before last frost as soon as soil can be worked.

Peas Planting Dates by City

CityDirect sow
AlbuquerqueFeb 23 – Mar 9
Las CrucesJan 29 – Feb 12
Rio RanchoFeb 25 – Mar 11
Enchanted HillsMar 5 – Mar 19
Santa FeApr 2 – Apr 16
RoswellMar 2 – Mar 16
FarmingtonMar 21 – Apr 4
South ValleyMar 7 – Mar 21
ClovisMar 3 – Mar 17
HobbsFeb 14 – Feb 28
AlamogordoJan 26 – Feb 9
CarlsbadFeb 3 – Feb 17
GallupMar 30 – Apr 13
Sunland ParkFeb 9 – Feb 23
Los LunasMar 12 – Mar 26
ChaparralJan 17 – Jan 31
DemingFeb 24 – Mar 10
Las VegasApr 12 – Apr 26
ArtesiaFeb 28 – Mar 14
Los AlamosMar 21 – Apr 4
PortalesMar 4 – Mar 18
LovingtonFeb 14 – Feb 28
North ValleyMar 12 – Mar 26
EspanolaMar 30 – Apr 13
Silver CityFeb 21 – Mar 7
AnthonyJan 17 – Jan 31
GrantsApr 5 – Apr 19

Showing the 27 most populous of 27 New Mexico cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all New Mexico cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in New Mexico?

In a typical New Mexico location, sow outdoors Mar 2 – Mar 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 17 in Chaparral and as late as Apr 12 in Las Vegas.

When is the last frost in New Mexico?

The average last spring frost in New Mexico ranges from February 28 in Chaparral to May 24 in Las Vegas, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.

How long do peas take to grow?

Peas typically take 55–70 days from planting to harvest. Cold-hardy; direct sow 4-6 weeks before last frost as soon as soil can be worked.

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