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Gilbert, AR — Planting Guide for June

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Searcy County, Arkansas Zone 7b June

Your June game plan for Searcy County, Arkansas

Your garden in Searcy County, Arkansas is working on a schedule, even when you're not. Here's where you should be this June.

Avg. last frost April 5
Avg. first frost October 27
Soil temp (4") 73°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.4 hrs
  1. Start peppers, astilbe, and begonias indoors

    A seed-starting mix and a sunny window (or a grow light) are all you need. Keep soil warm — around 70°F — for fast germination.

  2. Basket week: basil, carrots, and cucumber

    Don't tug. Use scissors or pruners for clean cuts — torn stems invite disease.

Get ahead of July
  • First harvests: basil, cucumber, and green beans

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Gilbert gardens in a wet, humid climate (47" annually). Cool-season crops like peas, lettuce, kale, and brassicas thrive in spring and fall. The biggest challenges are fungal disease and humidity-loving pests in summer — leaf spot, blight, squash bugs, vine borers. Drip irrigation (not overhead), wide plant spacing for air circulation, and disease-resistant varieties make the difference.

Soils trend Silt Loam — the gold standard for vegetables. Add 2–3" of compost annually to maintain it and you'll outgrow most of your neighbors.

Drought pressure is moderate (17.2 weeks/year on average). Mulching and drip irrigation pay for themselves quickly.

🌡️ USDA Zone

7b (5°F to 10°F min)

❄️ Avg. Last Frost

April 5

🍂 Avg. First Frost

October 27

📅 Growing Season

205 days

🌧️ Climate

Humid 47.3" annual

💨 Wind

Calm 4.9 mph avg

🥶 Frost Tier

Regular 0% frost-free years

🏜️ Drought

17.2 wk/yr trend stable

📍 ZIP Codes

1 ZIP

Gilbert, AR Long season
205 days
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Last Spring Frost April 5
➔ 205 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost October 27

Monthly Watering Calendar for Gilbert

When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.

Quick context: In Gilbert, the watering question isn't "how often" — it's "is the soil moist 4 inches down?" Stick a finger in. Dry? Water. Damp? Wait. The 47" annual rainfall is just the starting context.

1"/wk 0" 1.4" 2.8" 4.2" 5.6" Jan 4.5" Feb 4.1" Mar 4.7" +0.7" Apr 3.6" +0.7" May 3.6" Jun 4.3" Jul 5.6" Aug 4.7" +1.2" Sep 3.1" +0.9" Oct 3.4" Nov 3.5" Dec 3.5"
Rainfall sufficient Supplemental water needed Heavy watering required - - - 1"/week garden need
View detailed monthly data
MonthAvg RainfallRainy DaysExtra Water NeededWatering Effort
Jan 4.5 in 9 days — None
Feb 4.1 in 9 days — None
Mar 4.7 in 8 days — Low
Apr 3.6 in 7 days 0.7 in Moderate
May 3.6 in 8 days 0.7 in Moderate
Jun 4.3 in 10 days — Low
Jul 5.6 in 12 days — Low
Aug 4.7 in 11 days — Low
Sep 3.1 in 8 days 1.2 in Moderate
Oct 3.4 in 8 days 0.9 in Moderate
Nov 3.5 in 8 days — None
Dec 3.5 in 10 days — None

Annual total: 48.6 in. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.

Gilbert Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.7-6.8

Drainage

Well Drained

Frost Risk Probability

Based on 31 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations

Too early frost risk Safe to Plant Apr 5 → Oct 27 205 frost-free days Protect crops frost returns Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Safe: Apr 21 Protect by: Nov 13

Beginners: Plant frost-sensitive crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) after the "Safe" date on the left. Harvest or cover them before the "Protect by" date on the right. Hardy crops (lettuce, peas, kale) can go in the yellow transition zones.

How to read this table: "Conservative" means you're safe from frost 9 out of 10 years — best for beginners and frost-sensitive crops. "Average year" is the typical date. "Aggressive" means only 1 in 10 years is that warm — experienced gardeners with frost protection can try these dates.

Planting Strategy Last Spring Frost First Fall Frost Frost-Free Days
Conservative (safest) Apr 21 Nov 13 206 days
Cautious Apr 14 Nov 2 202 days
Average year Apr 5 Oct 27 205 days
Optimistic Mar 28 Oct 20 206 days
Aggressive (risky) Mar 18 Oct 14 210 days
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How predictable are frost dates here?

Not very — frost dates can vary by ±33 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.

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Is the growing season changing?

Yes — growing seasons are getting shorter here (about 1.7 days per decade). Use the "Conservative" dates and choose fast-maturing varieties.

Gardening Difficulty Score

62 Good
Frost Timing Risk
10.0/10
Drought Risk
3.5/10
Soil Difficulty
1.0/10
Altitude Challenge
0.5/10
Climate Shift
6.6/10
Rainfall Challenge
1.4/10

Searcy County offers good growing conditions. A little planning around frost dates goes a long way.

Zone 7b Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Apr 5 First Frost: Oct 27

Local Gardening Help in Searcy County

Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Searcy County's climate and soil.

County Extension Office

Searcy County University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Extension Extension Office

Phone: 501-671-2000

Visit Extension Office Website →

Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.

Master Gardener Program

Free gardening help from trained volunteers

Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.

Find Master Gardeners in AR →

Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.

Soil Testing

Available through your extension office

Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.

Request a Soil Test →

Services Available in Searcy County

Soil testing Pest identification Gardening workshops
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Searcy County

Why Buy Local

Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Searcy County's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.

How to Find Them

Search for "nurseries near Searcy County AR" or "garden center Searcy County" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.

Community gardens & gardening groups

Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Searcy County AR" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Searcy County Gardeners" or "Arkansas Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.

What to Plant After Your Harvest

After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.

After Sweet Corn (harvest ends Jul 19) 100 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Watermelon (harvest ends Aug 16) 72 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Corn (harvest ends Aug 2) 86 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Potatoes (harvest ends Sep 6) 51 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Cabbage (harvest ends Aug 2) 86 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Broccoli (harvest ends Jul 19) 100 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
Show 6 more succession options
After Beets (harvest ends Jun 28) 121 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Squash (Summer) (harvest ends Aug 9) 79 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Green Beans (harvest ends Jul 26) 93 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Squash (Winter) (harvest ends Sep 6) 51 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Peppers (harvest ends Aug 30) 58 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Kale (harvest ends Jul 26) 93 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d

Sunlight & Day Length in Gilbert

Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.

Why this matters: Lettuce and cilantro "bolt" (go to seed) when days lengthen. Knowing your day-length curve helps you time spring plantings to harvest before the bolting trigger hits. Gilbert's daylight ranges shape the planting calendar.

Longest Day

14.4 hours

Summer solstice daylight

Shortest Day

9.6 hours

Winter solstice daylight

Peak Sun Hours

8.7 hr/day peak (summer)

Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.

14hr 12hr 3h 6h 10h 13h 16h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) Peak sun hours (direct sunlight after cloud cover) ▪ Gold zone = long day (14+ hr) ▪ Blue zone = short day (<12 hr)

Onion tip: Day-neutral onion varieties like Candy, Cabernet, and Sierra Blanca perform best in your day-length range.

View detailed monthly data
MonthDaylight HoursPeak Sun HoursDay Length
January 9.8 hr 5.1 hr Short day
February 10.7 hr 5.6 hr Short day
March 11.7 hr 6.6 hr Short day
April 12.9 hr 7.9 hr Neutral
May 13.9 hr 8.7 hr Neutral
June 14.4 hr 8 hr Long day
July 14.2 hr 7.7 hr Long day
August 13.4 hr 7.1 hr Neutral
September 12.2 hr 6.9 hr Neutral
October 11.1 hr 6.8 hr Short day
November 10.1 hr 5.5 hr Short day
December 9.6 hr 4.5 hr Short day

Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.

Soil Temperature & Composting in Gilbert

Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.

Quick context: Soil temperature is a leading indicator. A black plastic mulch can warm soil 5-10°F faster than bare ground — meaningful in Gilbert's spring if you're trying to plant tomatoes earlier.

Plant Warm Crops When

Soil reaches 60°F+

Soil warm enough from May through Oct.

Best Month to Compost

Jun

Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.

Active Composting

7 months

Solid season. Piles go dormant in winter.

60°F 70°F 20° 40° 60° 80° 100° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
4" depth 8" depth - - - 60°F (corn, beans) - - - 70°F (tomatoes, peppers)
View detailed monthly data
MonthSoil 4" DeepSoil 8" DeepCompost ActivityTime to Finish
Jan 32°F 39°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Feb 33°F 38°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Mar 40°F 41°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Apr 51°F 49°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
May 62°F 60°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Jun 73°F 68°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jul 83°F 75°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Aug 82°F 78°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Sep 73°F 75°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Oct 64°F 67°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Nov 48°F 55°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Dec 36°F 46°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks

Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.

Pest & Disease Pressure in Gilbert

Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.

Why it matters: Two gardeners can grow identical seeds and get wildly different results based on pest pressure alone. Gilbert's climate sets a floor on what's possible without intervention.

Insect Pest Pressure

6.7 / 10

Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.

Disease Risk

5.5 / 10

Moderate — watch for mildew and blight during wet periods.

Seasonal Risk

Spring Low
Summer High
Fall Low
Winter Low
View 6 common pests in your area
PestRisk LevelPeak Months
Aphids High Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Japanese beetles High Jun, Jul, Aug
Squash vine borers Moderate Jun, Jul
Tomato hornworms Moderate Jun, Jul, Aug
Cucumber beetles Low May, Jun, Jul
Stink bugs Low Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Organic pest management tips
  • Use row covers on susceptible crops during peak pest months
  • Apply neem oil preventatively every 7-14 days during active pest season
  • Interplant with strong-scented herbs (basil, marigold) to confuse pests
  • Hand-pick larger pests (beetles, caterpillars) in early morning when they're sluggish
  • Practice crop rotation — never plant the same family in the same spot within 3 years

Cover Crops for Gilbert

Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.

For new gardeners: The "chop and drop" approach to cover crops: cut them down right before flowering, let them lay on the surface as mulch, plant your vegetables through the mulch. Less work, healthier soil.

Spring Cover Crops (3 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Buckwheat Apr 10 Aug 25 — Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds
Sorghum-sudan grass Apr 15 Sep 1 — Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes
White clover Mar 9 Aug 18 ✓ Yes Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Sunflowers Apr 22 Sep 29 — Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects
Fall Cover Crops (7 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Austrian winter peas Sep 3 Mar 22 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils
Crimson clover Aug 28 Mar 15 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring
Daikon radish Sep 14 Mar 15 — Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils
Hairy vetch Aug 20 Mar 15 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils
Oats Sep 22 Mar 22 — Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed
Winter rye Jul 24 Mar 22 — Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil
Winter wheat Jul 25 Mar 15 — Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass

Wind & Microclimate in Gilbert

What this means for you: Plants lose water through tiny leaf pores. Wind accelerates that loss dramatically — a 15 mph day can double a calm day's irrigation need. Gilbert's 4.9 mph background wind is something to design around, not against. Windbreaks made of perennial shrubs save more water than any drip system.

Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.

Seasonal Wind Speed

Spring: 10 mph   Summer: 7 mph

Fall: 9 mph   Winter: 10 mph

Prevailing wind: SW. Moderate wind — consider a temporary windbreak for young seedlings.

Windbreak Benefit

3/10

Low need — wind is not a major factor in your garden planning.

Frost Pocket Risk

Low

Relatively flat terrain (199 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.

Rainwater Harvesting in Gilbert

How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.

Why this matters: Rainwater scales linearly with roof area. A 2,000 sq ft roof in Gilbert captures ~1,200 gallons per 1" of rain — given 47" annual rainfall, that's thousands of gallons a year if you have storage to hold it.

Annual Collection

24,222 gal

Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)

Recommended Setup

6 rain barrels (55 gal each)

For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 500 gal tank.

Legal Status

Unrestricted

Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.

Best Collection Months

Jan, Mar, Jul, Aug

Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.

Months to Draw From Storage

Sep, Oct, Dec

Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.

Rainwater collection tips for your area
  • Your county receives approximately 48.6 inches of rain per year
  • A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 24,222 gallons annually
  • Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
  • Stock up on stored water before your dry season (Sep, Oct, Dec)
  • Use a first-flush diverter to keep roof debris out of your collection

🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Gilbert

112 vegetables matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Gilbert.

Show all 112 vegetables with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 12 – Aug 16 80–100
Amaranth Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 19 – Sep 6 90–120
Artichoke — — Apr 19 — Aug 23 – Nov 1 120–180
Arugula Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 10 – Jul 12 30–50
Asparagus — — Apr 19 — — 730–1095
Beets — Mar 22 — Aug 18 May 17 – Jun 14 50–70
Belgian Endive Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jul 26 – Sep 20 110–150
Bitter Melon Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 21 – Aug 2 60–90
Black Beans — Apr 12 — — Jul 12 – Aug 30 90–120
Bok Choy Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 17 – Jun 21 40–60
Broccoli Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 7 – Jul 19 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 17 – Jun 21 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jul 5 – Aug 30 90–130
Butternut Squash Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 19 – Aug 23 85–110
Cabbage Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 7 – Aug 2 60–100
Calabash Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 12 – Sep 6 80–120
Cardoon — — Apr 19 — Aug 23 – Oct 4 120–150
Carrots — Mar 22 — Aug 18 May 24 – Jun 28 60–80
Cauliflower Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Aug 2 55–100
Celeriac Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jul 19 – Aug 23 100–120
Celery Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 28 – Aug 23 80–120
Celtuce Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 7 – Jul 19 60–90
Chard Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Jul 19 50–60
Chayote Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Aug 23 – Nov 1 120–180
Chickpeas Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 28 – Aug 9 80–110
Chicory Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 7 – Jul 19 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Jun 28 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 12 – Aug 16 80–100
Collard Greens Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Aug 2 55–75
Corn — Apr 12 — — Jun 14 – Aug 9 60–100
Cowpeas — Apr 12 — — Jun 14 – Jul 26 60–90
Cress Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Apr 19 – May 10 14–21
Crookneck Squash Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 7 – Jul 5 45–60
Crosne — Mar 22 — Aug 18 Aug 23 – Oct 25 150–200
Cucumber Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Aug 9 50–70
Daikon — Mar 22 — Aug 18 May 17 – Jun 14 50–70
Delicata Squash Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 12 – Aug 16 80–100
Edamame — Apr 12 — — Jun 28 – Aug 9 75–100
Eggplant Feb 1 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 28 – Aug 30 65–85
Endive Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 24 – Jun 28 45–65
Escarole Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Jun 28 50–70
Fava Beans Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 21 – Aug 2 75–100
Fennel Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 21 – Aug 2 60–90
Garlic — — — Sep 15 Dec 15 – Apr 27 90–240
Green Beans — Apr 12 — — Jun 7 – Aug 2 50–65
Horseradish — — Apr 19 — Aug 23 – Nov 1 120–180
Hot Peppers Feb 1 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 28 – Oct 4 70–120
Hubbard Squash Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Aug 2 – Sep 6 100–120
Jicama Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Aug 23 – Nov 1 120–180
Kabocha Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 19 – Aug 16 85–100
Kai Lan Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 24 – Jun 21 45–60
Kale Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Jul 26 50–70
Kidney Beans — Apr 12 — — Jul 12 – Aug 16 85–110
Kohlrabi Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 24 – Jun 28 45–65
Komatsuna Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 10 – Jun 14 35–50
Leeks Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jul 5 – Sep 20 90–150
Lentils Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 28 – Aug 9 80–110
Lettuce Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 10 – Jul 19 30–60
Lima Beans — Apr 12 — — Jun 14 – Jul 26 60–90
Loofah Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Aug 2 – Oct 4 100–150
Luffa Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 19 – Oct 4 90–150
Mache Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 17 – Jun 21 40–60
Malabar Spinach Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Jul 12 55–70
Melon Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 28 – Aug 16 70–100
Microgreens Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Apr 12 – May 10 7–21
Mitsuba Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 24 – Jul 19 50–70
Mizuna Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 10 – Jun 7 30–45
Mustard Greens Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 10 – Jul 12 30–50
Napa Cabbage Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Jul 5 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Jul 12 55–70
Okra Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Aug 9 50–65
Onion Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jul 5 – Aug 23 90–120
Pac Choi Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 17 – Jun 14 40–55
Parsnip — Mar 22 — Aug 18 Jul 5 – Aug 16 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 7 – Jul 5 45–60
Peas Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Jul 26 55–70
Peppers Feb 1 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 21 – Aug 30 60–90
Pole Beans Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Aug 9 55–70
Potatoes Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 28 – Sep 6 70–120
Pumpkin Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 19 – Sep 6 85–120
Purslane Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 17 – Jun 21 40–60
Radicchio Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 7 – Jul 12 60–80
Radish — Mar 22 — Aug 18 Apr 19 – May 10 22–35
Rhubarb — — Apr 26 — — 365–730
Romanesco Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 21 – Aug 2 75–100
Rutabaga — Mar 22 — Aug 18 Jun 14 – Jul 19 80–100
Salsify — Mar 22 — Aug 18 Jul 5 – Aug 16 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jun 14 – Aug 9 70–110
Scallions Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Jun 28 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 21 – Jul 26 60–80
Shallot Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 Jul 5 – Aug 23 90–120
Shiso Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Aug 9 50–70
Snap Peas Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Aug 9 55–70
Snow Peas Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 31 – Jul 26 50–65
Soybeans — Apr 12 — — Jul 5 – Aug 30 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 19 – Aug 16 85–100
Spinach Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 10 – Jul 12 35–50
Squash (Summer) Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 7 – Aug 9 45–65
Squash (Winter) Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 12 – Sep 6 80–120
Sunchoke — — Apr 19 — Aug 9 – Oct 4 110–150
Sweet Corn — Apr 12 — — Jun 14 – Jul 26 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 19 – Sep 6 90–120
Tatsoi Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 10 – Jun 14 35–50
Tomatillo Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 21 – Aug 30 60–85
Tomatoes Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 21 – Aug 30 60–85
Turnip — Mar 22 — Aug 18 May 3 – Jun 7 40–60
Watercress Mar 1 Mar 22 Apr 5 Aug 18 May 17 – Jun 21 40–60
Watermelon Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 28 – Aug 16 70–100
Wax Beans — Apr 12 — — Jun 7 – Aug 2 50–65
Winter Melon Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jul 19 – Sep 6 90–120
Yard Long Beans Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Jul 26 55–80
Zucchini Mar 8 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 7 – Aug 2 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Gilbert

31 fruits matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Gilbert.

Show all 31 fruits with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — Apr 26 — Jul 26 – Nov 8 90–180
Aronia — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Blackberries — — Apr 26 — — 365–730
Blueberries — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Boysenberries — — Apr 26 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — Apr 26 — Jul 5 – Aug 9 70–90
Che Fruit — — Apr 26 — — 1095–1825
Cranberries — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Currants — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Elderberries — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Figs — — Apr 26 — — 730–1825
Goji Berries — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Gooseberries — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — Apr 26 — Jul 5 – Aug 30 65–80
Hardy Kiwi — — Apr 26 — — 1095–1825
Haskaps — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Honeydew — — Apr 26 — Jul 19 – Aug 30 80–110
Jostaberry — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Kiwi — — Apr 26 — — 1095–1825
Lingonberries — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Loquat — — Apr 26 — — 730–1825
Medlar — — Apr 26 — — 1095–1825
Mulberries — — Apr 26 — — 730–1825
Pawpaw — — Apr 26 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — Apr 26 — — 1095–2555
Pomegranate — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Quince — — Apr 26 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — Apr 26 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — Apr 26 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — Apr 26 — Jul 26 – Dec 6 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Gilbert

36 herbs matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Gilbert.

Show all 36 herbs with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Angelica Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 — 365–730
Anise Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 Jun 28 – Sep 13 90–120
Basil Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Aug 16 50–75
Bee Balm — — Apr 12 — Jul 12 – Sep 27 90–120
Borage Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 24 – Jul 12 50–60
Caraway Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 — 365–450
Catnip — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 16 60–80
Chamomile Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 31 – Aug 9 60–90
Chervil Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 10 – Jul 12 40–60
Chives — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 23 60–90
Cilantro Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 10 – Jul 12 40–60
Comfrey — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 23 60–90
Cumin Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 Jul 12 – Sep 13 100–120
Dill Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 10 – Jul 12 40–60
Epazote Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 7 – Aug 2 45–60
Fennel (herb) Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 31 – Aug 9 60–90
Feverfew — — Apr 12 — Jul 12 – Sep 27 90–120
Garlic Chives — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 23 60–90
Horehound — — Apr 12 — Jun 28 – Aug 23 75–90
Hyssop — — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Aug 23 70–90
Lemon Balm — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 2 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Aug 23 70–90
Lovage — — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Aug 23 70–90
Marjoram — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 23 60–90
Mint — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 23 60–90
Oregano — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 23 60–90
Parsley Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 31 – Aug 2 60–80
Rosemary — — Apr 12 — Jul 5 – Nov 22 80–180
Rue — — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Aug 23 70–90
Sage — — Apr 12 — Jun 28 – Aug 23 75–90
Savory — — Apr 12 — Jun 7 – Aug 2 50–70
Sorrel Mar 1 Mar 22 Mar 29 Aug 18 May 10 – Jul 12 40–60
Tarragon — — Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Aug 23 60–90
Thai Basil Feb 15 Apr 12 Apr 19 — Jun 14 – Aug 16 50–75
Thyme — — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Aug 23 70–90
Valerian — — Apr 12 — Aug 16 – Nov 22 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Gilbert

53 flowers matched to Zone 7b with planting dates calibrated for Gilbert.

Show all 53 flowers with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Feb 22 Apr 5 Apr 5 — May 31 – Oct 4 60–75
Alliums — — — Sep 22 Oct 20 – Nov 10 28–42
Anemones — — — Sep 1 Sep 15 – Oct 13 90–120
Astilbe Feb 1 — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Aug 16 70–100
Bachelor's Button Feb 22 Mar 1 Apr 5 Sep 1 Jun 7 – Sep 13 60–90
Begonias Jan 25 — Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 18 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Feb 1 Mar 29 Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Nov 1 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Feb 1 — Apr 12 — May 31 – Jul 5 60–90
Calendula Feb 22 Mar 1 Apr 5 Sep 1 May 24 – Sep 20 50–70
California Poppy — Mar 8 — Sep 1 May 17 – Aug 9 60–90
Celosia Mar 8 Apr 5 Apr 5 — Jun 7 – Oct 18 60–90
Columbine Feb 8 Apr 12 Apr 12 — May 31 – Jul 5 70–100
Coreopsis Feb 1 Apr 5 Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Nov 1 60–80
Cosmos Mar 8 Mar 29 Mar 29 — Jun 7 – Oct 11 60–90
Crocus — — — Sep 22 Aug 18 – Sep 8 10–20
Daffodils — — — Sep 22 Aug 25 – Sep 15 20–40
Dahlias Mar 15 Apr 12 Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Nov 8 70–120
Daylily Feb 1 — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Nov 1 60–90
Dianthus Feb 8 Mar 1 Mar 8 — Apr 26 – Jul 19 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Feb 1 Apr 12 Apr 12 — Jun 28 – Nov 1 70–90
Foxglove Feb 8 Apr 12 Apr 12 — May 31 – Jul 5 80–120
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Feb 15 Apr 5 Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Nov 15 70–100
Geraniums Jan 25 — Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 18 70–100
Gladiolus — Apr 5 Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Nov 1 70–100
Hostas Jan 25 — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Oct 25 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Sep 22 Sep 15 – Oct 6 14–28
Hydrangeas Jan 25 — Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 11 90–150
Impatiens Feb 8 — Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 18 60–75
Irises — Division Apr 12 — May 31 – Jul 5 60–100
Larkspur — Mar 8 — Aug 18 May 17 – Aug 9 60–90
Lavender Feb 1 — Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Sep 13 90–120
Lilies — Division Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 4 70–120
Lobelia Feb 1 — Mar 8 — May 3 – Jul 12 70–80
Lupine Feb 8 Apr 12 Apr 12 — May 31 – Jul 5 75–100
Marigolds Feb 22 Apr 5 Apr 5 — May 31 – Sep 20 50–70
Nasturtium Mar 8 Apr 5 Apr 5 — May 31 – Oct 18 55–65
Pansy Jan 25 — Mar 29 Aug 18 May 24 – Aug 16 70–90
Peonies — Division Apr 12 — Jun 7 – Jul 5 90–120
Petunia Feb 8 — Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 11 70–90
Phlox Feb 1 Apr 12 Apr 12 — Jun 21 – Sep 13 80–110
Portulaca Mar 8 Apr 5 Apr 5 — May 24 – Oct 4 50–70
Ranunculus — — — Sep 1 Sep 22 – Oct 20 90–120
Roses Jan 25 — Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 25 90–180
Salvia Feb 8 — Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 18 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Feb 1 — Apr 12 — Aug 2 – Oct 25 60–90
Snapdragon Jan 25 Mar 8 Mar 29 Sep 1 Jun 7 – Sep 13 70–100
Sunflower Mar 15 Apr 5 Apr 5 — Jun 28 – Oct 18 70–100
Sweet Alyssum Feb 22 Mar 8 Apr 5 Sep 15 May 17 – Aug 23 45–60
Sweet Pea — — — Sep 1 Nov 10 – Feb 2 65–85
Tulips — — — Sep 22 Sep 8 – Sep 29 15–30
Vinca (Annual) Jan 25 — Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 18 70–90
Yarrow Feb 1 Mar 29 Apr 12 — Jun 14 – Nov 1 60–90
Zinnia Mar 8 Apr 5 Apr 5 — Jun 14 – Oct 18 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Gilbert

ZIP Codes in Gilbert

Click any ZIP to see its specific frost, soil, and climate measurements (some ZIPs differ noticeably from the town aggregate):