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Can You Grow Sorrel in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Sorrel grows well here and is one of the easiest perennial greens — it comes back every spring.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Sorrels in Mississippi
Direct sow
Harvest
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.
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 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).