Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Tonopah, AZ, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 9b.
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Tonopah, AZ Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Tonopah, AZ
The average last frost date in spring for Tonopah is February 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 6th 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 Tonopah, AZ
The average first frost date in fall for Tonopah is November 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 Tonopah, AZ
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Tonopah is approximately 268 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.
Tonopah, AZ Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Tonopah, AZ Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from January 23rd to February 6th), starting Basil seeds indoors (from January 9th to January 23rd), and direct sowing Carrot (from January 30th to February 13th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Fenugreek (from February 20th to March 6th), direct sowing Pumpkin (from February 27th to March 13th), and direct sowing Cucumber (from February 27th to March 13th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Melon (from March 6th to March 20th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from March 6th to March 20th).
December
In December, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from December 26th to January 9th), starting Tomato seeds indoors (from December 26th to January 9th), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from December 26th to January 9th).