Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Gila bend, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Gila bend, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Gila bend, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Gila bend 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 Gila bend, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Gila bend 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 Gila bend, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Gila bend is approximately 314 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.
Gila bend, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Gila bend, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Fennel (from January 11th to January 25th), direct sowing Lentil (from January 11th to January 25th), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from January 11th to January 25th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from February 8th to February 22nd), direct sowing Okra (from February 8th to February 22nd), and direct sowing Sunflower (from February 1st to February 15th).
November
In November, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from November 16th to November 30th), starting Statice seeds indoors (from November 30th to December 14th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from November 30th to December 14th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from December 14th to December 28th), direct sowing Kale (from December 28th to January 11th), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from December 14th to December 28th), and direct sowing Flax (from December 28th to January 11th).