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When to Plant Endive in Ramah, New Mexico (87321)

Location

Ramah, New Mexico

ZIP Code

87321

USDA Zone

6a

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Monday, March 23, 2026

Based on last frost Monday, April 20, 2026 · Zone 6a

Pro tip: Sow Endive directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Cichorium endivia
Days to Maturity 85 days
Mature Height 10-16"
Spread 12"
Type Leaf
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Regular (keep moist)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Endive

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟡 Moderate
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Allow plants to bolt and seed heads to dry fully on the stalk.

Processing

Cut dried stalks into a bag, thresh to release seeds, winnow lightly.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Endive cross-pollinates with chicory — isolate by 300 feet if growing both and saving seed from either.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 32 plants of Endive. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Endive in Ramah, New Mexico? +

In Ramah (Zone 6a), direct sow Endive outdoors around Monday, March 23, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Ramah, New Mexico? +

The average last spring frost date for Ramah, New Mexico (ZIP 87321) is around Monday, April 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 6a.

How long does Endive take to grow? +

Endive typically matures in about 85 days from direct sowing. In Ramah, that means you can expect harvest around Monday, March 23, 2026 plus 85 days.

Should I start Endive indoors or direct sow in New Mexico? +

Endive does best when direct sown outdoors. In Ramah, sow directly around Monday, March 23, 2026.

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Growing Endive in Zone 6a

Endive (Cichorium endivia) is a popular garden vegetable. In Ramah, New Mexico, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, March 23, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, April 20, 2026. Endive grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.