Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Black canyon city, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9a.
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Black canyon city, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Black canyon city, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Black canyon city is April 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 24th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Black canyon city, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Black canyon city is December 1st. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Black canyon city, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Black canyon city is approximately 235 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Black canyon city, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Black canyon city, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 30th to February 13th), starting Onion seeds indoors (from January 30th to February 13th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from January 30th to February 13th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from February 13th to February 27th), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 13th to February 27th), and starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from February 27th to March 13th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Kale (from March 13th to March 27th), direct sowing Alfalfa (from March 13th to March 27th), and direct sowing Radish (from March 13th to March 27th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from April 24th to May 8th), direct sowing Sunflower (from April 17th to May 1st), and direct sowing Zucchini (from April 17th to May 1st).