When to Plant Celeriac in Hidalgo County, NM
Celeriac is a celery relative grown for its knobby, flavorful root rather than its stalks. It has a rich celery flavor and is excellent roasted, mashed, or in soups.
Hidalgo County, New Mexico is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 22 and the first fall frost is October 28, giving you a growing season of approximately 189 days.
At an elevation of 2,926 feet, Hidalgo County receives approximately 11 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 94°F, providing good warmth for Celeriac during the growing season. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Celeriac will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Celeriac successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.
Hidalgo County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Soil pH
7.2-8.7
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 10/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Celeriac Planting Timeline — Hidalgo County, NM
Celeriac Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 22 | Apr 22 – May 6 |
| Direct Sow | April 8 | Apr 8 – Apr 29 |
| Fall Sowing | August 19 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Harvest | August 5 | Aug 5 – Sep 9 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
Days to Maturity
100–120 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 7b
Growing Season
189 days
Growing Tips for Hidalgo County
Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Remove side roots as they develop to encourage a single large bulb. Harvest after a light frost for best flavor.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Celeriac in Hidalgo County, NM?
Hidalgo County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 22. Plan your Celeriac planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Hidalgo County, NM?
Hidalgo County, New Mexico is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 22 and first fall frost is October 28.
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