Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Casa blanca, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Casa blanca, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Casa blanca, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Casa blanca is February 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 1st 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 Casa blanca, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Casa blanca 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 Casa blanca, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Casa blanca is approximately 289 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.
Casa blanca, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Casa blanca, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from January 18th to February 1st), direct sowing Lettuce (from January 18th to February 1st), and direct sowing Arugula (from January 18th to February 1st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Hyssop (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Cilantro (from February 1st to March 1st), and direct sowing Beet (from February 1st to February 15th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from March 1st to March 15th), direct sowing Corn (from March 1st to March 8th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from March 1st to March 15th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Thyme seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th), and starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th).