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What to plant in December in Phoenix (85001)

In Phoenix, ZIP 85001, zone 10a, here is what you can start indoors, transplant, or direct-sow in December, and what to wait on until later.

Source: phoenix-skyharbor frost station, USDA zone 10a, last updated 2026-06-28. Verify locally before planting high-value crops because microclimates, current weather, and yard exposure can move the safe date.