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Can You Grow Zucchini in Mississippi?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

Zucchini thrives here and is one of the easiest most productive crops you can grow.

Plant zones

4a–11b

Mississippi last frost

mid-February

Mississippi first frost

early December

Days to harvest

45–60 days

When to plant Zucchinis in Mississippi

Start indoors

Jan 25

Transplant

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 1 – Apr 16

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

About Zucchini

One of the most productive garden plants — a single zucchini plant can yield more than a family can eat at peak season.

Direct sow after last frost. Give each plant 2-4 sq metres of space. Water at the base to prevent fungal disease. Pick frequently to keep the plant producing.

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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 Zucchini in Mississippi?

Zucchini thrives here and is one of the easiest most productive crops you can grow.

What zone is Mississippi?

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

When do you plant Zucchinis in Mississippi?

Plant Zucchinis around mid-February (start indoors Jan 25), harvest Apr 1 – Apr 16.