Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lake montezuma, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Lake montezuma, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lake montezuma, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Lake montezuma is April 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 9th 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 Lake montezuma, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Lake montezuma is November 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 Lake montezuma, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lake montezuma is approximately 194 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.
Lake montezuma, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lake montezuma, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Coleus seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from March 14th to March 28th), direct sowing Chives (from March 28th to April 11th), and direct sowing Watercress (from March 28th to April 11th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 25th to May 9th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from April 25th to May 9th), and direct sowing Lemon Balm (from April 25th to May 9th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from May 2nd to May 9th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 2nd to May 16th), and direct sowing Moss Rose (from May 2nd to May 16th).