Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Round valley, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Round valley, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Round valley, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Round valley is May 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 8th 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 Round valley, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Round valley 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 Round valley, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Round valley is approximately 143 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.
Round valley, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Round valley, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from March 16th to March 30th), starting Thyme seeds indoors (from March 30th to April 13th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 30th to April 13th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from April 27th to May 11th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from April 27th to May 11th), and direct sowing Chives (from April 27th to May 11th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cilantro (from May 11th to June 8th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from May 25th to June 8th), and direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 11th to May 25th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from June 1st to June 15th), direct sowing Cosmos (from June 1st to June 8th), and direct sowing Nasturtium (from June 1st to June 8th).