What should I plant in June in Tucson, AZ?

In June in Tucson, AZ (zone 9a), 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 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 Lavender in Tucson, AZ?

In Tucson, AZ (zone 9a), Lavender: start seeds indoors Jan 1 – Apr 8 and Oct 17 – Dec 31, transplant outdoors Jan 1 – Jun 23.

What to Plant in June

Tucson, AZ · Zone 9a

Last frost: Feb 15 Frost-free days: 289

Full year calendar for Tucson

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 14

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

Oregano

Jan 1 – Jun 8

1 per sq ft 60–90 days

Artichoke

Jan 1 – Jun 23

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

Feb 8 – Jun 8

1 per sq ft 70–100 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

Cucumber

Mar 17 – Jun 30

2 per sq ft 50–70 days Growing guide

Okra

Mar 17 – Jun 15

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Brussels Sprouts

Jun 1 – 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 – Jun 23

1 per sq ft 90–120 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

Rosemary

Jan 1 – Jun 30

1 per sq ft 80–120 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

Sunflower

Mar 1 – Jun 30

1 per sq ft 70–100 days

Pumpkin

Mar 17 – Jun 8

¼ per sq ft 85–120 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

Eggplant

Apr 9 – Jun 23

1 per sq ft 70–90 days

Pepper

Apr 9 – Jun 30

1 per sq ft 60–100 days Growing guide

Basil

Apr 16 – Sep 15

4 per sq ft 25–35 days

Melon

Apr 16 – Jun 23

½ per sq ft 70–90 days

Okra

Apr 24 – Jul 23

1 per sq ft 50–65 days

Watermelon

Apr 24 – Jun 23

¼ per sq ft 70–90 days

Direct Sow 1

Plant these seeds directly into the soil outdoors.

Garlic

Jan 1 – Nov 30

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.