When to Plant Shallot in Bernalillo County, NM
Shallots are a gourmet allium prized for their complex, sweet, and mild flavor. Each bulb multiplies into a cluster, making them easy and rewarding to grow.
Bernalillo County, New Mexico is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 30 and the first fall frost is October 14, giving you a growing season of approximately 167 days.
At an elevation of 4,326 feet, Bernalillo County receives approximately 16.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Shallot during the growing season. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Shallot will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Shallot successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.
Bernalillo County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Shallot Planting Timeline — Bernalillo County, NM
Shallot Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 30 | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Direct Sow | April 16 | Apr 16 – May 7 |
| Harvest | July 30 | Jul 30 – Sep 17 |
| Fall Sowing | August 5 | Aug 5 – Aug 19 |
Plant 1" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
90–120 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
167 days in Bernalillo County
Growing Tips for Bernalillo County
Plant sets in fall for spring harvest or early spring for summer harvest. Mulch heavily if overwintering. Harvest when tops brown and dry, then cure for storage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Shallot in Bernalillo County, NM?
Bernalillo County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 30. Plan your Shallot planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Bernalillo County, NM?
Bernalillo County, New Mexico is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 30 and first fall frost is October 14.
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