Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Pine lake, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Pine lake, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Pine lake, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Pine lake is June 4th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 18th 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 Pine lake, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Pine lake is October 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 Pine lake, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Pine lake is approximately 123 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.
Pine lake, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Pine lake, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 26th to April 9th), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from March 26th to April 9th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 26th to April 9th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from April 9th to April 23rd), starting Kale seeds indoors (from April 23rd to May 7th), and starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from April 9th to April 23rd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from May 7th to May 21st), direct sowing Beet (from May 21st to June 4th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from May 7th to May 21st).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 18th to July 2nd), direct sowing Zucchini (from June 11th to June 25th), and direct sowing Zinnia (from June 11th to June 25th).