June is the PERFECT TIME TO PLANT!

ESPECIALLY since our growing season has been pushed out a bit. This Spring has been a short one — with unseasonably cooler temperatures and plenty of wind in May. So YES definitely there’s plenty of time to plant!

Key Considerations for June Planting::

• Climate: Santa Fe is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a–6b. June is warm and sunny, but it can also be dry with high UV and low humidity.
• Heat & Drought: By June, daytime highs are often in the 80s or higher, and moisture can be limited. Supplemental watering is crucial.

Good Options to Plant in June:

• Warm-season vegetables: Beans, corn, squash, cucumbers, and melons.
• Herbs: Basil, oregano, rosemary, parsley, chives, mint and thyme can thrive.
• Annual flowers: Marigolds, zinnias, cosmos, petunias, geraniums and more.
• Native and drought-tolerant perennials: Penstemon, agastache, blanket flower, and yarrow do well.
• Trees and shrubs: Can all be planted now – plant them as soon as possible

Tips:

• Mulch well to retain soil moisture.
• Water regularly, especially during establishment.
• Plant in the early morning or evening to avoid transplant shock from midday heat.
• Use shade cloth temporarily if seedlings look stressed.