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Can You Grow Arugula in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Arugulas in Mississippi
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Arugula
Arugula is one of the fastest salad greens — ready in as little as 3 weeks and very cold-tolerant.
Direct sow in early spring or fall — bolts in heat. Harvest outer leaves. Succession sow every 2 weeks for continuous supply. Grows year-round indoors under lights.
Gardening in Mississippi
Mississippi has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. Two growing seasons are achievable most years. Excellent for sweet potatoes, okra, and southern vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Arugula in Mississippi?
Arugula grows easily here as a cool-season green — one of the fastest salad crops available.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Arugulas in Mississippi?
Plant Arugulas Feb 15, harvest Mar 8 – Mar 27.