Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Mountaiire, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Mountaiire, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Mountaiire, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Mountaiire is June 17th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until July 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 Mountaiire, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Mountaiire is September 20th. 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 Mountaiire, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Mountaiire is approximately 95 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.
Mountaiire, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Mountaiire, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Petunia seeds indoors (from April 8th to April 22nd), starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from April 22nd to May 6th), and starting Tomato seeds indoors (from April 22nd to May 6th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from May 20th to June 3rd), direct sowing Parsley (from May 20th to June 3rd), and starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from May 20th to June 3rd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from June 24th to July 1st), direct sowing German Chamomile (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Lemon Balm (from June 17th to July 1st).
July
In July, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from July 1st to July 15th), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from July 1st to July 15th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from July 1st to July 15th).