When to plant popcorn in Arizona
Arizona spans USDA zones 6a–10a, so the right time to plant popcorn shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about January 4 in Bullhead City to June 4 in Flagstaff — below are local dates for 68 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | 9b | January 8 | December 25 | January 8 – January 22 |
| Tucson | 9b | February 5 | December 9 | February 5 – February 19 |
| Mesa | 9b | February 1 | December 10 | February 1 – February 15 |
| Gilbert | 9b | February 1 | December 11 | February 1 – February 15 |
| Chandler | 9b | February 13 | December 5 | February 13 – February 27 |
| Glendale | 9b | January 20 | December 15 | January 20 – February 3 |
| Scottsdale | 10a | January 27 | December 21 | January 27 – February 10 |
| Peoria | 9b | February 5 | December 11 | February 5 – February 19 |
Popcorn in Arizona: FAQ
When can I plant popcorn in Arizona?
Across Arizona, the time to direct-sow popcorn spans roughly January 4 in Bullhead City to June 4 in Flagstaff, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the popcorn planting date vary across Arizona?
Yes. Arizona publishes 68 cities with their own frost dates, so the right popcorn planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does popcorn take to grow in Arizona?
Popcorn takes about 90–120 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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