What can I plant in January in Phoenix?

In Phoenix, ZIP 85001, GrowZone filters each supported crop by its ZIP-specific start-indoors, transplant, and direct-sow windows for January.

Should I use a ZIP planting calendar or a zone calendar?

Use the ZIP calendar for crop timing because it includes the Phoenix frost station and USDA zone 10a; zone-only pages are broad planning references.

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What to plant in January in Phoenix (85001)

In Phoenix, ZIP 85001, zone 10a, here is what you can start indoors, transplant, or direct-sow in January, 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.

Start indoors

Basil Jan 1
Lettuce Jan 8
Cucumbers Jan 15
Zucchini Jan 15
Kale Jan 1

Transplant

Lettuce Jan 22
Kale Jan 22

Direct-sow

Carrots Jan 15
Lettuce Jan 22
Cilantro Jan 22
Spinach Jan 8
Radishes Jan 8
Kale Jan 15

What to plant in January in Phoenix (85001)

Start indoors

Transplant

Direct-sow

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