- Overview of north Mississippi planting zones\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- Zone 7b: The northeast corner of Mississippi<\/a><\/li>
- Zone 8a: Most of north Mississippi, the Golden Triangle region and some parts of the Delta<\/a><\/li>
- Zone 8b: Some counties of the Golden Triangle region and the Delta<\/a><\/li>
- Planting zones of north Mississippi, by city\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
- FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
Overview of north Mississippi planting zones <\/span><\/h2>
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USDA<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Most of northern Mississippi is in hardiness zones 8a and 8b. A significant portion of north Mississippi and the Golden Triangle region and some counties of the Delta fall in zone 8a. The remaining parts of the Golden Triangle region and the Delta come under zone 8b. <\/p>
Some parts of Marshall, Lafayette, Benton, Tippah, Alcorn, Tishomingo, and Prentiss counties in north Mississippi fall in zone 7b. Here\u2019s a county map of northern Mississippi:<\/p>
Zone 7b: The northeast corner of Mississippi<\/span><\/h2>
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<\/figure> Zone 7b has hot summers and mild winters, with minimum winter temperatures ranging from 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit<\/strong>. The last frost date in spring is between March 22 and April 3, and the first frost of fall generally arrives between Oct. 29 to Nov. 15.<\/p>
Regions in this zone enjoy a medium to long growing season and can host a variety of plants. <\/p>
Best grasses for zone 7b<\/span><\/h3>
Both cool-<\/a> and warm-season grasses<\/a> perform well in zone 7b. The best time to plant cool-season grasses is from late August to September and from May to June for warm-season grasses. <\/p>
Cool-season grasses:<\/strong><\/p>
- Kentucky bluegrass<\/a><\/li>
- Perennial ryegrass<\/a><\/li>
- Tall fescue<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
Warm-season grasses:<\/strong><\/p>
- Bermudagrass<\/a><\/li>
- Centipedegrass<\/a><\/li>
- Zoysiagrass<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
Best plants for zone 7b<\/span><\/h3>
Zone 7b has a medium to long growing season. Here are some plants that thrive in this zone: <\/p>
Flowers:<\/strong><\/p>
- Calla lily<\/li>
- Dahlia<\/li>
- Iris<\/li>
- Rose<\/li>
- Peony<\/li> <\/ul>
Trees and shrubs: <\/strong><\/p>
- American elm<\/li>
- Azalea<\/li>
- Hydrangea<\/li>
- Japanese maple<\/li>
- Eastern redbud<\/li> <\/ul>
Zone 8a: Most of north Mississippi, the Golden Triangle region and some parts of the Delta<\/span><\/h2>
This zone has warm summers and mild winters, with minimum temperatures ranging from 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit<\/strong>. The average last frost date in spring is between March 13 and March 28, and the first frost in fall is between Nov. 7 and Nov. 28.<\/p>
Zone 8a has a long growing season, and winters usually don\u2019t reach the minimum temperatures. <\/p>
Best grasses for zone 8a<\/span><\/h3>
Zone 8a is ideal for warm-season grasses, and the best time to plant them is from May to June.<\/p>
- Bermudagrass<\/li>
- Centipedegrass<\/li>
- Zoysiagrass<\/li> <\/ul>
Best plants for zone 8a<\/span><\/h3>
From perennials to annuals to evergreens, this zone can host a variety of plants. Here are some of the best options: <\/p>
Flowers:<\/strong><\/p>
- Abelia<\/li>
- Mexican petunia<\/li>
- Nerium oleander<\/li>
- Salvia<\/li>
- Yarrow<\/li> <\/ul>
Trees and shrubs:<\/strong><\/p>
- Crepe myrtle<\/li>
- Queen palm<\/li>
- Green ash<\/li>
- Southern magnolia<\/li>
- Juniper<\/li> <\/ul>
Zone 8b: Some counties of the Golden Triangle region and the Delta<\/span><\/h2>
Zone 8b is a warm zone with hot summers and mild winters. The minimum winter temperature ranges from 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit<\/strong>, though it usually doesn\u2019t reach this level. The last frost date in spring is from March 13 to March 28, and the first frost in fall is from Nov. 7 to Nov. 28. <\/p>
If you live in this zone, you can host a variety of plants because of the long growing season. <\/p>
Best grasses for zone 8b<\/span><\/h3>
This zone experiences a warm climate, which is ideal for warm-season grasses. May to June is the best time to plant them. <\/p>
- Bermudagrass<\/li>
- Centipedegrass<\/li>
- Zoysiagrass<\/li> <\/ul>
Best plants for zone 8b<\/span><\/h3>
Zone 8b has a long growing season. Here are some plants that thrive in this zone:<\/p>
Flowers:<\/strong><\/p>
- Phlox<\/li>
- Iris<\/li>
- Dahlia<\/li>
- Begonia<\/li>
- Gladiolus<\/li> <\/ul>
Trees and shrubs: <\/strong><\/p>
- Live oak<\/li>
- Southern red oak<\/li>
- Monkey puzzle<\/li>
- Queen palm<\/li>
- Southern magnolia<\/li> <\/ul>
Planting zones of north Mississippi, by city <\/span><\/h2>
Here are the planting zones of major cities of north Mississippi:<\/p>
Ackerman – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Ashland –<\/strong> Zone 7b <\/p>
Batesville – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Booneville –<\/strong> Zone 8a <\/p>
Calhoun City – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Carrollton – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Charleston – <\/strong>Zone 8b <\/p>
Clarksdale – <\/strong>Zone 8b <\/p>
Columbus – <\/strong>Zone 8b <\/p>
Corinth –<\/strong> Zone 7b <\/p>
Eupora – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Fulton –<\/strong> Zone 8a <\/p>
Greenwood – <\/strong>Zone 8b <\/p>
Grenada – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Holly Springs –<\/strong> Zone 7b<\/p>
Houston – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Kosciusko –<\/strong> Zone 8a <\/p>
Louisville –<\/strong> Zone 8a <\/p>
Marks – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
New Albany – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Oxford –<\/strong> Zone 8a <\/p>
Pontotoc –<\/strong> Zone 8a <\/p>
Ripley –<\/strong> Zone 7b <\/p>
Rochester – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Senatobia – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Southaven – <\/strong>Zone 8a<\/p>
Starkville – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Tishomingo – <\/strong>Zone 7b <\/p>
Tunica – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Tupelo – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Water Valley – <\/strong>Zone 8b <\/p>
West Point – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
Winona – <\/strong>Zone 8a <\/p>
FAQs<\/span><\/h2>
When is the best time to plant in northern Mississippi?<\/span><\/h3>
If you\u2019re in northern Mississippi, plant seeds between April and late October so roots have enough time to establish before the winter chill. <\/p>
Can I rely on plant hardiness zones to determine plant survival? <\/span><\/h3>
Yes, but you shouldn’t solely rely on them. The USDA Hardiness zone map gives a rough idea of which plants thrive in a specific region, but other factors like soil type, rainfall, summer heat, and snow also affect plant survival. <\/p>
When to hire a professional<\/span><\/h2>
Most of northern Mississippi is in zones 8a and 8b. Knowing your hardiness zone is just the beginning of building a beautiful lawn. If you need help with mowing, fertilization, or anything related to lawn care, get in touch with Lawn Love. Our seasoned professionals<\/a> can assist you with everything. <\/p>
\t\t\t\t\t\tSources:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t
<\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t- Mississippi Public Service Commission<\/a><\/li>
- Mississippi State University Extension<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>
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- Mississippi State University Extension<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>
- Mississippi Public Service Commission<\/a><\/li>
- Centipedegrass<\/a><\/li>
- Perennial ryegrass<\/a><\/li>
- Zone 7b: The northeast corner of Mississippi<\/a><\/li>