ArizonaCannabis Growing Guide
Everything you need to grow cannabis at home in Arizona. Laws, climate tips, recommended strains, and local resources.
Age Requirement
21+ years old
Plants Per Person
6 plants max
Household Maximum
12 plants
Legal Since
November 30, 2020
Legal Overview
Arizona legalized home cannabis cultivation through the Proposition 207 (Smart and Safe Arizona Act) on November 30, 2020.
What's Allowed
- •Growing up to 6 cannabis plants per adult 21+
- •Up to 12 plants per household (if 2+ adults 21+)
- •Possessing up to 1 oz of cannabis
- •Processing your harvest for personal use
Not Allowed
- •Exceeding 6 plants per person or 12 per household
- •Growing plants visible to the public
- •Growing in an area without a lock
- •Selling cannabis from your home grow
Location Requirements
Where and how you can legally grow cannabis in Arizona.
Enclosed Area with Lock
Plants must be grown in an enclosed area such as a room, closet, or greenhouse with a lock. This is a strict requirement.
Not Publicly Visible
Plants cannot be visible to the public. Indoor growing or a fully enclosed greenhouse is required.
Private Residence
Cultivation must take place at your private residence. The enclosed, locked space must be on your property.
Making Concentrates
Rules for making cannabis concentrates and extracts in Arizona.
Allowed Methods
- •Rosin pressing
- •Ice water hash
- •Dry sift
- •Infusing with food-safe oils
Prohibited Methods
- •Butane (BHO extraction)
- •Propane
- •Other flammable gases or liquids
Important: Volatile solvents (butane, propane, etc.) are prohibited for home extraction in Arizona. Stick to solventless methods like rosin pressing and ice water hash.
Renting? Important Considerations
What renters in Arizona need to know about home cultivation.
- ⚠️Landlords can prohibit cannabis cultivation in lease agreements
- ⚠️Review your lease before starting a grow
- ⚠️Federally subsidized housing prohibits cannabis
- ⚠️HOAs may have additional restrictions
- ⚠️Consider indoor, odor-controlled growing in apartments
Compliance Tips
Best practices for staying compliant with Arizona cannabis laws.
✓Lock Required
Arizona specifically requires an enclosed area with a lock. A locked room, closet, or greenhouse satisfies this requirement.
✓Standard Limits
Arizona allows 6 plants per person, 12 per household if 2+ adults 21+ live together. This is per household, not per residence.
✓Desert Climate
Arizona's extreme heat makes indoor growing with climate control essential. Most growers avoid outdoor cultivation.
✓Gift Plants
You can transfer up to 6 plants to another adult 21+ without payment. You cannot advertise or publicly promote the transfer.
✓Medical Patients
Medical marijuana patients may have different rules, including growing up to 12 plants if they live 25+ miles from a dispensary.
Climate & Growing Season
USDA Zone
USDA Zones 4b-10b (varies greatly)
Outdoor Season
Year-round (with climate control)
Last Frost
Varies: None in Phoenix to April in Flagstaff
First Frost
Varies: None in Phoenix to October in Flagstaff
Challenging outdoor conditions. Indoor growing is recommended.
Arizona has extreme heat in the desert regions (Phoenix, Tucson) making outdoor growing very challenging. Summer temps above 100°F stress plants significantly. Indoor growing with AC is strongly recommended. Northern Arizona (Flagstaff) is cooler but has short seasons. The desert has excellent light but requires serious climate control.
Recommended Strains for Arizona
These strains are particularly well-suited for growing in Arizona's climate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cannabis plants can I grow in Arizona?
Arizona allows adults 21+ to grow up to 6 cannabis plants per person. If two or more adults 21+ live in the same household, the maximum is 12 plants total.
Do I need a license to grow cannabis at home in Arizona?
No license is required for personal home cultivation in Arizona. You just need to be 21+ and grow in an enclosed, locked area not visible to the public.
When did home cannabis cultivation become legal in Arizona?
Arizona voters approved Proposition 207 (Smart and Safe Arizona Act) in November 2020, and it took effect on November 30, 2020. Home cultivation has been legal since then.
Can I grow cannabis outdoors in Arizona?
Technically yes, but the plants must be in an enclosed, locked area not visible to the public (like a locked greenhouse). Given Arizona's extreme heat, most growers prefer indoor cultivation with climate control.
Can I give cannabis plants to a friend in Arizona?
Yes, you can transfer up to 6 cannabis plants to another adult 21+ as long as there is no payment exchanged and you don't advertise or publicly promote the transfer.
Ready to Start Growing in Arizona?
Check out our complete growing guide and equipment recommendations.