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Can You Grow Lettuce in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Lettuce grows excellently here — one of the best cool-season crops for your climate.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Lettuce in Mississippi
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Lettuce
Lettuce is one of the fastest and easiest crops to grow — perfect for beginners and container gardens.
Sow directly in early spring — lettuce tolerates light frost. Harvest outer leaves for cut-and-come-again. Bolts in summer heat; replant in late summer for a fall crop.
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 Lettuce in Mississippi?
Lettuce grows excellently here — one of the best cool-season crops for your climate.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Lettuce in Mississippi?
Plant Lettuce Feb 15, harvest Mar 17 – Apr 16.