Plant delivery in El Mirage
Yes, we deliver to El Mirage. Delivery is free on orders over $99. Under that it is $19, and there is no minimum. Orders usually arrive in 5 to 7 business days, and we reach out about your delivery day.
Box trees, 30 inch box and larger: large specimen curbside delivery here is one flat fee by ZIP, and it replaces the regular delivery fee. Large specimens are curbside delivery only. Plan on having your landscaper or installer move it into place. All delivery details
El Mirage's nearest long-running weather station is in Youngtown, about 2 miles southeast. It freezes there most winters, more often than at the airport in central Phoenix.
El Mirage weather at a glance
| El Mirage | Central Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Coldest nights most winters | About 25 to 30°F | About 25 to 35°F |
| Rain in a year | About 8 to 9 inches | About 7 to 8 inches |
Averages from nearby weather stations. Low spots and washes run colder.
When to plant in El Mirage
For El Mirage yards, October and November are the top months for trees and shrubs.
December to April works for hardy plants. Keep frost-tender plants in their pots until spring nights warm up.
New trees and shrubs struggle in the June to August heat. April and May suit cactus and agave, and May to July suits palms.
Watering in El Mirage
El Mirage homes use the Valley watering guide. Before a freeze night, water tender plants the day before, leave cactus dry, and cover tender plants with frost cloth to the ground.
Grass removal rebate
The City of El Mirage supplies water here. We found no grass rebate from El Mirage right now. Rebates come from whoever sends your water bill, so check yours first.
HOA plant lists
HOA-friendly plants and every community list we have checked
Plants that handle El Mirage winters
Each of these is rated to 20°F or colder, at least 5 degrees below the coldest nights most El Mirage winters bring. All are in stock now.
El Mirage questions
Who supplies water in El Mirage?
The City of El Mirage runs the city's water service.
Does El Mirage freeze?
Most winters, yes. The nearest station in Youngtown records a freeze most years, so cover frost-tender plants on cold nights.
Can citrus grow in El Mirage?
Yes. Citrus grows in the ground here. Lemons and limes get hurt below about 25°F, so cover young trees on freeze nights.
Last checked October 15, 2026.