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Can You Grow Mango in Missouri?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Won't grow here

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

Plant zones

10a–11b

Missouri last frost

early April

Missouri first frost

late October

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 Missouri

Missouri has a humid continental climate. Kansas City and St. Louis are Zone 6a-6b; northern Missouri is cooler at Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a long growing window.

See what grows well in Missouri →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Mango in Missouri?

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

What zone is Missouri?

Missouri spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Mangos in Missouri?

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