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Can You Grow Kale in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Kale grows exceptionally well here — it is one of the most cold-tolerant vegetables available.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Kales in Mississippi
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Kale
Kale is one of the hardiest vegetables available — it survives hard frosts and tastes sweeter after a freeze.
Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow in late summer for fall harvest. Harvest outer leaves to keep the plant producing. Cold-hardy varieties survive winter in Zone 7+.
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 Kale in Mississippi?
Kale grows exceptionally well here — it is one of the most cold-tolerant vegetables available.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Kales in Mississippi?
Plant Kales around mid-February (start indoors Jan 18), harvest Apr 11 – May 1.