Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oak creek canyon, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Oak creek canyon, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oak creek canyon, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Oak creek canyon is May 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 24th 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 Oak creek canyon, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Oak creek canyon is October 25th. 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 Oak creek canyon, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oak creek canyon is approximately 168 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.
Oak creek canyon, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oak creek canyon, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from March 1st to March 15th), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 1st to March 15th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Mustard (from April 12th to April 26th), direct sowing Potato (from April 12th to April 26th), and direct sowing California Poppy (from April 12th to April 26th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Zucchini (from May 17th to May 31st), direct sowing Watermelon (from May 24th to June 7th), and direct sowing Zinnia (from May 17th to May 31st).