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Can You Grow Pumpkin in Mississippi?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

Pumpkins grow well here — they love the warm season and produce reliably with enough space.

Plant zones

3b–11b

Mississippi last frost

mid-February

Mississippi first frost

early December

Days to harvest

75–100 days

When to plant Pumpkins in Mississippi

Start indoors

Jan 25

Transplant

Feb 15

Harvest

May 1 – May 26

Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Pumpkin

Pumpkins need space warmth and sun — allow 2-4 square metres per plant for sprawling vines.

Direct sow or start indoors 3 weeks before last frost. Give each plant 2-4 sq metres. Water at the base to prevent fungal disease. Harvest when the skin is hard and the stem dries.

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Pumpkin in Mississippi?

Pumpkins grow well here — they love the warm season and produce reliably with enough space.

What zone is Mississippi?

Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Pumpkins in Mississippi?

Plant Pumpkins around mid-February (start indoors Jan 25), harvest May 1 – May 26.