Plant delivery in Payson
Yes, we deliver to Payson. Delivery is free on orders over $699. Under that it is $99, with a $399 minimum order. Orders usually arrive in 7 to 14 business days, and we reach out about your delivery day.
Also delivering to: Pine, Strawberry, Star Valley, Christopher Creek, Tonto Basin and Young.
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
Payson sits close to 5,000 feet. It gets about two and a half times the rain of central Phoenix, and winter nights drop well below freezing.
Payson weather at a glance
| Payson | Central Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Elevation | About 4,900 feet | About 1,100 feet |
| Last spring frost | Late April to early May | Possible until mid February |
| First fall frost | Late October to early November | Possible from late November |
| January nights, average | About 25 to 26°F | About 40 to 46°F |
| Coldest nights most winters | About 10 to 20°F | About 25 to 35°F |
| July days, average high | About 89 to 93°F | About 104 to 107°F |
| Rain in a year | About 19 to 21 inches | About 7 to 8 inches |
Averages from nearby weather stations. Low spots and washes run colder.
When to plant in Payson
In Payson, March, September and October are the best months to put in trees and shrubs.
The summer rain season in July and August is another good time to plant. Hold frost-tender plants until early May.
January is the hardest month to plant. Cactus and agave do best going in around June.
What to plant, month by month. Each month has a short section for higher and cooler towns like Payson.
Watering in Payson
In a Payson winter, water less often but just as deeply. Rooted trees and shrubs need water about once a month when no rain or snow has come, and evergreens about every two weeks. Pick a mild day and water late in the morning. Leave cactus dry over winter.
Grass removal rebate
The Town of Payson lists a toilet rebate and a native plant list, but we found no grass removal rebate. 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 Payson winters
Each of these is rated to 5°F or colder, at least 5 degrees below the coldest nights most Payson winters bring. All are in stock now.
Payson questions
When is it safe to plant in spring in Payson?
The last frost usually comes in late April or early May. Wait until early May for anything frost can hurt.
Can I grow citrus in Payson?
Not in the ground. Payson winters get colder than citrus can take, so citrus here stays in pots that come inside for winter.
Do palm trees grow in Payson?
Most palms grow well only below about 4,000 feet. Payson is close to 5,000 feet, and its coldest nights pass the rating of most palms.
Last checked October 6, 2026.