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Can You Grow Cauliflower in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Cauliflower grows well here if you time it for your cool season — fall crops are often more reliable than spring.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cauliflowers in Mississippi
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Cauliflower
Cauliflower is one of the most rewarding cool-season brassicas — and one of the trickiest. It forms a dense white head that needs steady cool weather and consistent moisture.
Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost; transplant 2-3 weeks before last frost. Blanch heads by tying leaves over them once they're 2-3 inches across. Harvest before curds loosen.
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 Cauliflower in Mississippi?
Cauliflower grows well here if you time it for your cool season — fall crops are often more reliable than spring.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Cauliflowers in Mississippi?
Plant Cauliflowers around mid-February (start indoors Jan 4), harvest Apr 16 – May 26.