Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Desert hills, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Desert hills, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Desert hills, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Desert hills 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 Desert hills, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Desert hills is December 5th. 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 Desert hills, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Desert hills is approximately 293 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.
Desert hills, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Desert hills, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from January 25th to February 8th), starting Sage seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from January 18th to February 1st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from February 1st to February 15th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from February 22nd to March 8th), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from February 1st to February 15th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from March 1st to March 15th), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from March 1st to March 15th), and direct sowing Sesame (from March 1st to March 15th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from December 7th to December 21st), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from December 21st to January 4th).