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What to plant in October in Phoenix (85001)

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

No supported crops start indoors in October for ZIP 85001.

Transplant

No supported crops transplant in October for ZIP 85001.

Direct-sow

No supported crops direct-sow in October for ZIP 85001.