Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Cienega springs, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Cienega springs, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Cienega springs, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Cienega springs is January 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until February 8th 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 Cienega springs, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Cienega springs 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 Cienega springs, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Cienega springs is approximately 310 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.
Cienega springs, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Cienega springs, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from January 11th to January 25th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from January 25th to February 8th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Moss Rose (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Zinnia (from February 1st to February 15th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from February 1st to February 15th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from November 16th to November 30th), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from November 30th to December 14th), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from November 30th to December 14th).
December
In December, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from December 28th to January 11th), starting Sage seeds indoors (from December 14th to December 28th), and direct sowing Flax (from December 28th to January 11th).