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Can You Grow Tomato in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Tomatoes grow well here — plant after your last frost date and expect harvest within 60-85 days.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Tomatoes in Mississippi
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Tomato
One of the most popular garden vegetables — thrives in warm weather and full sun with consistent moisture.
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Plant deeply — tomatoes root along buried stems. Water consistently to prevent blossom end rot.
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 Tomato in Mississippi?
Tomatoes grow well here — plant after your last frost date and expect harvest within 60-85 days.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Tomatoes in Mississippi?
Plant Tomatoes around mid-February (start indoors Jan 4), harvest Apr 16 – May 11.