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Can You Grow Pomegranate in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Pomegranate thrives in your warm zone — plant against a south wall for maximum fruit production.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
About Pomegranate
Pomegranate is a drought-tolerant Mediterranean shrub that produces jewel-like fruit packed with antioxidants. Dwarf varieties grow beautifully in containers and overwinter indoors in cold climates.
Grow in the hottest spot in your garden — reflected heat from a south wall is ideal. Needs 120+ days of heat to ripen fruit. In cold zones, grow Wonderful or Nana dwarf in a 15+ gallon container and overwinter indoors in a cool bright room.
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 Pomegranate in Mississippi?
Pomegranate thrives in your warm zone — plant against a south wall for maximum fruit production.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Pomegranates in Mississippi?
See the planting guide for Pomegranate — timing depends on your exact frost date.