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Can You Grow Mango in Louisiana?

US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 8a, 8b, 9a

Won't grow here

Mangoes cannot survive any frost — outdoor growing is not possible in your zone.

Plant zones

10a–11b

Louisiana last frost

late January

Louisiana first frost

mid-December

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Mango

Mangoes are tropical trees that thrive only in frost-free subtropical and tropical climates.

Outdoors only in Zone 10a-11. In all other zones grow a dwarf variety in a large container indoors with a south-facing window or grow light. They rarely fruit indoors but grow as striking houseplants.

Full mango growing guide →

Gardening in Louisiana

Louisiana has a humid subtropical climate with very mild winters and long hot summers. Year-round cool-season growing is possible; the summer is the only limiting factor.

See what grows well in Louisiana →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Mango in Louisiana?

Mangoes cannot survive any frost — outdoor growing is not possible in your zone.

What zone is Louisiana?

Louisiana spans USDA Zone 8b (8a, 8b, 9a).

When do you plant Mangos in Louisiana?

See the planting guide for Mango — timing depends on your exact frost date.