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Can You Grow Sorrel in Mississippi?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

Sorrel grows well here and is one of the easiest perennial greens — it comes back every spring.

Plant zones

2a–9a

Mississippi last frost

mid-February

Mississippi first frost

early December

Days to harvest

30–60 days

When to plant Sorrels in Mississippi

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

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

About Sorrel

Sorrel is a lemony, cold-hardy perennial green that returns year after year — one of the earliest greens in spring and nearly maintenance-free.

Direct sow in early spring. Harvest young leaves for salad (mild) or mature for cooking (tangier). Divide plants every few years. Cut flower stalks to keep leaves tender.

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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 Sorrel in Mississippi?

Sorrel grows well here and is one of the easiest perennial greens — it comes back every spring.

What zone is Mississippi?

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

When do you plant Sorrels in Mississippi?

Plant Sorrels Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).