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Can You Grow Mango in Virginia?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Won't grow here

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

Plant zones

10a–11b

Virginia last frost

early March

Virginia first frost

late November

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.

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Gardening in Virginia

Virginia ranges from Zone 5b in the mountains to Zone 7b on the coast. The Shenandoah Valley is Zone 6b-7a. Four seasons with a long productive growing window in most areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Mango in Virginia?

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

What zone is Virginia?

Virginia spans USDA Zone 7a (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).

When do you plant Mangos in Virginia?

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