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Can You Grow Celery in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Celery grows well here with a long enough cool season and consistent watering — suited to the patient gardener.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Celeries in Mississippi
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Celery
Celery is a long-season crop that demands rich, constantly moist soil and a long cool growing period — hard to grow perfectly, but worth it for the flavor.
Start indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Blanch stalks by hilling soil or wrapping 2-3 weeks before harvest. Keep soil consistently wet — celery hates drying out.
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 Celery in Mississippi?
Celery grows well here with a long enough cool season and consistent watering — suited to the patient gardener.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Celeries in Mississippi?
Plant Celeries around mid-February (start indoors Jan 1), harvest May 16 – Jun 15.