Best Vegetable Seeds for the Desert Southwest

Introduction

If you live in New Mexico and have a garden, planting vegetables is an excellent way to save money, eat healthy, and have some fun. Growing your own vegetables may seem like a difficult task but it’s really easy once you get started.

Squash

Squash is a great vegetable to plant in the desert southwest. Squash is a vine that grows in the desert southwest. You can find squash seeds at your local nursery or garden center and they’re easy to grow, producing fruit within 6-8 weeks. Squash is an excellent source of vitamins A and C as well as potassium, magnesium, folate and fiber!

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are a great vegetable to grow in the desert southwest. They’re relatively easy to grow, they’re a good source of vitamins A and C, potassium, folate and antioxidants. Tomatoes can be grown from seedlings or directly planted into the ground. If you decide to plant your tomatoes directly into the ground you will want them approximately 6-12 inches apart depending on how big you want them to become (if you’re planning on growing large tomatoes). There are also many different types of tomatoes that can be grown in your backyard including cherry tomatoes which only take 5-6 weeks until they are ready for harvesting!

In addition to being delicious fresh from the garden it’s always fun making homemade salsa with fresh ingredients from our own backyard gardens here at home

Lettuce

Lettuce is a cool-season crop that thrives during the winter months in the desert southwest. It’s easy to grow, and it’s full of vitamins A, C and K. Lettuce is also a good source of folate (folic acid), which helps to prevent birth defects such as spina bifida in babies. The calcium in lettuce helps promote strong bones and healthy teeth!

Chiles

Chiles are another great choice for the desert southwest. They are easy to grow and can be either grown in pots or in the ground.

Chiles will do well in a number of different soil types, but they do need full sun and warm temperatures to thrive. If you live in an area where the temperature drops below 60 degrees F at night, you may want to think about covering your chile plants with mulch or row cover fabric during cold months.

Onions

Onions. In general, onions are a hardy vegetable that can be grown in the desert Southwest. They’re also easy to grow and make great beginner plants for those new to gardening. You’ll find that most varieties of onions will do well in your area if you plant them in the spring or fall, but some may need additional protection from the heat during summer months.

The best onion for your garden will depend on what you want from it—there are different types of onions with different flavors and uses, including storage-style bulbs (which can be stored for up to eight months), salad-type bulbs and green top varieties (for eating fresh), shallots (a milder version of garlic) and more!

Green Beans

Green beans are a great vegetable to grow in the desert southwest. They are easy to grow, have a high yield, and can be harvested all summer long. Green beans are also a good source of vitamins A and K, fiber and protein.

For more information on how to plant green beans check out this video:

I will give you a list of some great vegetables you should plant in the desert southwest.

I will give you a list of some great vegetables you should plant in the desert southwest.

  • Radishes: These are quick to grow, easy to harvest, and taste great!
  • Spinach: Spinach is another vegetable that is fast growing and easy to harvest. It’s also known as one of the healthiest vegetables on earth because it contains lots of vitamins and minerals—and it’s delicious!
  • Peppers: Peppers can be grown in containers or in your garden plot depending on how much space you have available for them. They’re fun to experiment with because there are so many varieties out there; each has its own unique flavor profile so try planting multiple ones at once if you want some variety in your life!

Conclusion

If you’re looking for some great vegetables to plant in the desert southwest, then look no further than this blog post. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite seeds.

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