New Mexico · Garden vegetables

Broccoli season in New Mexico

Typically mid-June to mid-October, with peak early July through mid-September.

Hatched chalk = early and late shoulders; solid = peak.

High-elevation summer crop in the north; southern valleys cut in late fall.

At a glance

Early

From mid-June — first pickings, lighter supply, best prices come later.

Peak

early July through mid-September — full stalls, full flavor. This is the stretch to plan around.

Late

Through mid-October — quantity for preserving, and the stalls start dealing.

Season length

about 17 weeks end to end, shoulders included.


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Frequently asked questions

When is broccoli season in New Mexico?

In New Mexico, the broccoli season typically runs mid-June to mid-October, with peak availability early July through mid-September. Exact weeks shift a little with each year's weather.

Can I pick my own broccoli in New Mexico?

Not a u-pick crop; look for fresh-cut heads and side shoots at farm stands. The best market weeks are early July through mid-September.

How long does broccoli season last in New Mexico?

about 17 weeks end to end — mid-June to mid-October. The early and late shoulders are real but lighter; the solid stretch of chalk on the band is the sure bet.