📍 Tucson, AZ · Zone 9b · Last frost Tuesday, February 10, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Peach Tree in Tucson, Arizona (85708)
Location
Tucson, Arizona
ZIP Code
85708
USDA Zone
9b
Last Frost
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Direct Sow Outdoors
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Based on last frost Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · Zone 9b
Pro tip: Sow Peach Tree directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ Growing Requirements
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Sun
Full Sun (6-8 hours)
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Water
Moderate (1-2 inches/week)
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Spacing
216" apart
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Full Companion Planting Guide for Peach Tree
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🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🪴 Vegetative propagationPropagate vegetatively, not by seed
Peach pits may germinate but won't match the parent. Crack pit, cold-stratify the seed for 12 weeks, then sow.
Some self-fertile heirloom peaches produce reasonably true offspring — an interesting experiment for patient gardeners.
Raised Bed Planting Guides
A 4×8 bed fits 0 plants of Peach Tree. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Peach Tree in Tucson, Arizona? +
In Tucson (Zone 9b), direct sow Peach Tree outdoors around Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
What is the last frost date for Tucson, Arizona? +
The average last spring frost date for Tucson, Arizona (ZIP 85708) is around Tuesday, February 10, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 9b.
How long does Peach Tree take to grow? +
Peach Tree typically matures in about 1095 days from direct sowing. In Tucson, that means you can expect harvest around Tuesday, December 30, 2025 plus 1095 days.
Should I start Peach Tree indoors or direct sow in Arizona? +
Peach Tree does best when direct sown outdoors. In Tucson, sow directly around Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
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Growing Peach Tree in Zone 9b
Peach Tree (Prunus persica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Tucson, Arizona, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Your average last frost date is Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Peach Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.