What should I plant in June in Phoenix, AZ?

In June in Phoenix, AZ (zone 9b), you can plant Basil, Chives, Lavender, Mint, Oregano, and more. These dates are based on local climate data for your area.

When do I plant Basil in Phoenix, AZ?

In Phoenix, AZ (zone 9b), Basil: start seeds indoors Feb 15 – Aug 8, transplant outdoors Apr 1 – Sep 23.

When do I plant Chives in Phoenix, AZ?

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

When do I plant Lavender in Phoenix, AZ?

In Phoenix, AZ (zone 9b), Lavender: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Dec 31.

What to Plant in June

Phoenix, AZ · Zone 9b

Last frost: Feb 5 Frost-free days: 313

Full year calendar for Phoenix

The garden is established and growing fast. Focus on succession planting, keeping up with watering, and starting fall-season crops indoors if your first frost comes early.

June at a Glance

Indoor Transplant Direct Sow

1 5 10 15 20 25

Today

Basil

Chives

Lavender

Mint

Oregano

Rosemary

Sage

Thyme

Artichoke

Brussels Sprouts

Cucumber

Eggplant

Garlic

Leek

Melon

Okra

Onion

Pepper

Pumpkin

Squash

Strawberry

Sunflower

Tomato

Watermelon

Zucchini

Start Indoors 18

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

Chives

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Lavender

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 90–120 days

Mint

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Oregano

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 60–90 days

Rosemary

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 80–120 days

Sage

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 75–90 days

Thyme

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Artichoke

Jan 1 – Dec 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

Sunflower

Jan 1 – Jun 15

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Squash

Feb 8 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 45–65 days

Zucchini

Feb 8 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 45–60 days

Basil

Feb 15 – Aug 8

4 per sq ft 25–35 days

Cucumber

Mar 9 – Jun 30

2 per sq ft 50–70 days Growing guide

Okra

Mar 9 – Jun 15

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Brussels Sprouts

Jun 9 – Aug 23

1 per sq ft 80–110 days

Transplant 23

Move these seedlings from indoors to your garden beds.

Chives

Jan 1 – Dec 31

9 per sq ft 60–90 days

Lavender

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 90–120 days

Mint

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 60–90 days

Oregano

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 60–90 days

Rosemary

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 80–120 days

Sage

Jan 1 – Dec 31

1 per sq ft 75–90 days

Thyme

Jan 1 – Dec 31

4 per sq ft 70–90 days

Artichoke

Jan 1 – Dec 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

Sunflower

Jan 24 – Jul 8

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Pumpkin

Mar 1 – Jun 8

¼ per sq ft 85–120 days

Squash

Mar 1 – Aug 8

1 per sq ft 45–65 days

Tomato

Mar 1 – Jul 16

1 per sq ft 65–80 days Growing guide

Zucchini

Mar 1 – Aug 8

1 per sq ft 45–60 days

Basil

Apr 1 – Sep 23

4 per sq ft 25–35 days

Cucumber

Apr 1 – Jul 23

2 per sq ft 50–70 days Growing guide

Eggplant

Apr 1 – Jun 30

1 per sq ft 70–90 days

Melon

Apr 1 – Jun 30

½ per sq ft 70–90 days

Pepper

Apr 1 – Jul 8

1 per sq ft 60–100 days Growing guide

Okra

Apr 16 – Jul 23

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Watermelon

Apr 16 – Jun 30

¼ per sq ft 70–90 days

Direct Sow 1

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Garlic

Jan 1 – Nov 23

9 per sq ft 180–240 days

June Gardening Tips

Start Cucumber, Squash, Zucchini indoors now to give them a head start before transplanting outside.
Tomato, Pepper, Cucumber 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.
Water deeply but less often to encourage deep root growth. Morning watering reduces disease risk.