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Can You Grow Leek in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Leeks in Mississippi
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Leek
Leeks are cold-hardy slow-growing vegetables that can be harvested well into autumn and even winter.
Start indoors in late winter — leeks need a very long season. Transplant deeply to blanch stems. Harvest after first frosts — cold improves flavour. Very cold-hardy surviving to -10°C.
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 Leek in Mississippi?
Leeks grow well here — cold-hardy and can be harvested into late autumn.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Leeks in Mississippi?
Plant Leeks around mid-February (start indoors Jan 1), harvest May 26 – Jul 15.