What should I plant in July in Tucson, AZ?

In July in Tucson, AZ (zone 9a), you can plant Basil, Chives, Mint, Oregano, Parsley, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Basil in Tucson, AZ?

In Tucson, AZ (zone 9a), Basil: start seeds indoors Mar 1 – Jul 31, transplant outdoors Apr 16 – Sep 15.

When do I plant Chives in Tucson, AZ?

In Tucson, AZ (zone 9a), Chives: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

When do I plant Mint in Tucson, AZ?

In Tucson, AZ (zone 9a), Mint: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

What to Plant in July

Tucson, AZ · Zone 9a

Last frost: Feb 15 Frost-free days: 289

Full year calendar for Tucson

Midsummer heat is on. Keep the garden watered and mulched. Start planning fall plantings — it's time to start cool-season crops indoors for a fall transplant.

July at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Basil

Chives

Mint

Oregano

Parsley

Sage

Thyme

Artichoke

Brussels Sprouts

Cucumber

Garlic

Leek

Okra

Onion

Squash

Strawberry

Tomato

Zucchini

Start Indoors 10

Start these seeds indoors under grow lights or on a sunny windowsill.

Chives

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Mint

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Leek

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Squash

Feb 22 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 45–65 days

Zucchini

Feb 22 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 45–60 days

Basil

Mar 1 – Jul 31

4 per sq ft 25–35 days

Brussels Sprouts

Jun 1 – Aug 23

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Parsley

Jul 9 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Transplant 15

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

Chives

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Mint

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Oregano

Jan 1 – Jul 31

1 per sq ft 60–90 days

Sage

Jan 1 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 75–90 days

Thyme

Jan 1 – Jul 23

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Artichoke

Jan 1 – Aug 31

1 per sq ft 85–100 days

Leek

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 90–150 days

Onion

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 100–120 days

Strawberry

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Squash

Mar 17 – Aug 8

1 per sq ft 45–65 days

Tomato

Mar 17 – Jul 8

1 per sq ft 65–80 days Growing guide

Zucchini

Mar 17 – Aug 8

1 per sq ft 45–60 days

Cucumber

Apr 9 – Jul 23

2 per sq ft 50–70 days Growing guide

Basil

Apr 16 – Sep 15

4 per sq ft 25–35 days

Okra

Apr 24 – Jul 23

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Direct Sow 1

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Garlic

Jan 1 – Nov 30

9 per sq ft 180–240 days

July Gardening Tips

Start Squash, Zucchini, Strawberry indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Tomato, Cucumber, Squash can be transplanted outside this month. Harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before planting out.
Direct sow Garlic straight into the garden — no transplanting needed.
Harvest regularly — letting vegetables overmature signals the plant to stop producing.