Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Red mesa, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Red mesa, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Red mesa, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Red mesa is May 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 26th 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 Red mesa, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Red mesa is October 15th. 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 Red mesa, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Red mesa is approximately 156 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.
Red mesa, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Red mesa, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 3rd to March 17th), starting Oregano seeds indoors (from March 17th to March 31st), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from March 3rd to March 17th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 14th to April 28th), direct sowing Alyssum (from April 28th to May 12th), and direct sowing Quinoa (from April 28th to May 12th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from May 19th to May 26th), direct sowing Cucumber (from May 19th to June 2nd), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from May 12th to May 26th).