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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Cherry tomatoes thrive here and are among the most rewarding balcony crops you can grow.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Mississippi
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Cherry Tomato
Cherry tomatoes are prolific and fast-maturing — ideal for containers and small spaces.
Pinch suckers to keep plants manageable in containers. One plant can produce hundreds of fruits. Needs the sunniest spot available.
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 Cherry Tomato in Mississippi?
Cherry tomatoes thrive here and are among the most rewarding balcony crops you can grow.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Cherry Tomatoes in Mississippi?
Plant Cherry Tomatoes around mid-February (start indoors Jan 4), harvest Apr 11 – Apr 26.