October 2022 Low Desert Garden Guide
Updated: Nov 11, 2022
October is a GLORIOUS month for gardening!
Between herbs, vegetables, and flowers, the garden options are practically endless. Below you will find what to plant from seeds, transplants, bulb sets and roots, and as always, let me know if you have any questions!
Here are the vegetables that can be planted this month. There are MANY great options for your Phoenix Kitchen Gardens in October!

October Herb Seeds
chives
cilantro
dill
fennel
garlic chives
thyme
October Herb Transplants
cilantro
marjoram
mint
October Herb Cuttings
lavender
marjoram
mint
thyme

October Vegetables | From Seed
beets
broccoli
brussel sprouts
cabbage
Chinese cabbage
carrots
cauliflower
celery
chard
collards
cucumber
endive
kale
kohlrabi
head lettuce
leaf lettuce
leeks
mustard greens
green onion
parsnips
pease
radish
rutabega
spinach
October Vegetables | From Transplants
brussel sprouts
cabbage
Chinese cabbage
cauliflower
celery
chard
kohlrabi
head lettuce
leaf lettuce
bulb onion sets

October Flowers | From Seed
African daisy
alyssum
baby's breath
bee balm
calendula
coneflower
forget me not
hollyhock
penstemon
poppy
October Flowers | From Seed or Transplants
aster
calendula
coneflower
coreopsis
delphinium
dianthus
flax
foxglove
gaillardia
gazania
larkepur
lobelia
lupine
nasturtium
petunia
phlox
rudebeckia
ranunculus
salvia
statice
stock
snapdragon
sweet pea
verbena
violet
PKG October Garden Tips
Whether you're a beginner or have a seasoned green thumb, October is truly a great month for your Phoenix Kitchen Gardens. Make sure to spend some time observing your garden every day and adjust water when needed - and watch out for garden pests! Pests can destroy your hard work quickly.
For more PKG tips, see this months Garden Checklist right HERE.
I would love to help you cultivate your green thumb! To book a consultation, click the link on the PKG homepage or call 602-722-7971.
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