Here are some tips on what to do in the desert garden this month from the
University of Arizona College of Agriculture Maricopa County Extension
There's also a lot of other helpful information and FAQ's on that website.
Another site of interest on what to do in the garden here in the low
desert is John Chapman's site.
Climate Information for November
in Phoenix, ArizonaRainfall:
- Average: 0.7 inches
Record: 3.6 inches (1905)
Temperature (degrees F):- Average High: 74.9 degrees
Lowest High: 40 degrees (1919)
Record High: 96 degrees (1924)
Average Low: 48.9 degrees
Highest Low: 71 degrees (1988)
Record Low: 27 degrees (1931)
For a green winter lawn, overseed established Bermuda grass lawns from mid October through mid November.
After the first mowing, fertilize winter lawns with a high phosphate fertilizer like superphosphate, triple superphosphate, or a complete fertilizer that is 20% phosphorous or more by weight. Ammonium phosphate (16-20-0) is another option. Follow the application rates and directions on the label.
Plant Seeds - Beets, Bok Choy, Broccoli, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Chard, Collard Greens, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf), Mustard, Onions (Bulb & Green), Peas, Radishes, Rutabagas, Spinach, Turnips
Plant Transplants
- Asparagus, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Cauliflower, Chard, Kohlrabi, Lettuce (Head & Leaf)
Watch for insect and pest problems, identify and manage early to prevent damage.
End the years fertilization this month Plant container roses from mail-order catalogs, old garden roses in particular.
Landscape Plants Cut off spent blooms to stimulate rebloom Water applications should be greatly reduced for the winter
Plant winter hardy trees, shrubs and vines
Pre-emergent herbicides can be applied from October through early December for winter annual weed control. Follow the package directions carefully for best results. DO NOT use pre-emergent herbicides where you will be planting seeds this season.
Be prepared for early winter frost
Do not increase opportunities for fungal disease on turf by over watering or watering at night.
DO NOT OVER WATER which will result in root rots. Allow the soil to dry out between watering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Damage is Noticed on the Fruit
Citrus fruit split - Inappropriate water management leads to sunburn, making the rind less supple and less resilient to stretching and growing, thus as the fruit starts to enlarge it splits. There is nothing to be done for this season, ensure adequate irrigation next summer.
Damage is Noticed on the Leaves
Seedlings have been clipped off right at the soil line Leaves of vegetables are being eaten by slugs, snails, cabbage loopers, or birds.
There are lots of aphids, tiny insects, on my plants
Seedlings and bedding plants wilt and die suddenly
Damage is Noticed on the Stem or Trunk
Damage is Noticed on the Roots
Cultural / Environmental Questions
Citrus fruit split - Inappropriate water management leads to sunburn, making the rind less supple and less resilient to stretching and growing, thus as the fruit starts to enlarge it splits. There is nothing to be done for this season, ensure adequate irrigation next summer.
Insect/Pest Questions Seedlings have been clipped off right at the soil line Leaves of vegetables are being eaten by slugs, snails, cabbage loopers, or birds.
There are lots of aphids, tiny insects, on my plants
