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When to Plant Raspberry in Mississippi

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Direct Sow Outdoors

Friday, February 20, 2026

State

Mississippi

USDA Zones

7b, 8a, 8b, 9a

Avg Last Frost

Friday, March 20, 2026

Cities Covered

435

Mississippi Planting Schedule by Zone

Mississippi spans 4 zones — find yours below for the most accurate dates.

Zone Last Frost Direct Sow
7b Sunday, April 5, 2026 Sunday, March 8, 2026
8a Friday, March 20, 2026 Friday, February 20, 2026
8b Sunday, March 15, 2026 Sunday, February 15, 2026
9a Friday, February 20, 2026 Friday, January 23, 2026

Dates based on average last frost. Check your local forecast before planting.

🌿 About Raspberry

Scientific Name Rubus idaeus
Days to Maturity 365 days
Sun Full Sun
Water Regular

Growing Raspberry in Mississippi: Complete Guide

Raspberry (Rubus idaeus) is a crop that grows best when sown directly in the garden. In Mississippi, the right time to direct sow is around Friday, February 20, 2026, once soil temperatures are consistently warm enough for germination.

Because Mississippi stretches across 4 USDA hardiness zones (7b, 8a, 8b, 9a), planting windows can shift by as much as two to four weeks from one end of the state to the other. Gardeners in the warmer southern zones can start earlier, while those in cooler northern zones should wait until the zone table above shows their last frost has passed.

With 365 days to maturity, Raspberry fits comfortably within Mississippi's growing season in most zones. In the warmest parts of the state, a second planting later in the season may be possible.

Raspberry requires full sun and regular moisture. Most of Mississippi receives adequate sunlight during the growing season, though gardeners in humid eastern regions should watch for fungal issues and ensure good air circulation.

For the most precise planting dates tailored to your exact location, enter your ZIP code on our planting calendar or use the zone table above to find the schedule for your area of Mississippi.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Raspberry in Mississippi?

In Mississippi, direct sow Raspberry outdoors around Friday, February 20, 2026. Mississippi spans zones 7b–9a, so gardeners in warmer zones can plant earlier.

What is the last frost date in Mississippi?

Mississippi spans 4 USDA zones (7b, 8a, 8b, 9a), so last frost dates vary by region. Ashland, Dumas, Falkner (7b) sees frost until around Sunday, April 5, 2026, while Carriere, Mc Neill, Nicholson (9a) is frost-free much earlier.

How long does Raspberry take to grow in Mississippi?

Raspberry takes about 365 days from transplant (or direct sow) to harvest. In Mississippi's longer-season zones, a second planting in late summer may be possible.

What USDA zones does Mississippi cover for Raspberry?

Mississippi includes zones 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a. Raspberry grows well across all of these zones with adjusted timing — use the zone table above to find the right dates for your part of the state.

Find Precise Dates for Your City

Select a city for exact planting dates based on local frost records.

Abbeville 8a Aberdeen 8a Ackerman 8a Algoma 8a Alligator 8b Amory 8a Anguilla 8b Arcola 8b Arkabutla 8a Artesia 8a Ashland 7b Avon 8b Bailey 8b Baldwyn 8a Banner 8a Bassfield 8b Batesville 8a Bay Saint Louis 9a Bay Springs 8b Beaumont 8b Becker 8a Belden 8a Belen 8a Bellefontaine 8a Belmont 7b Belzoni 8b Benoit 8b Benton 8b Bentonia 8b Beulah 8b Big Creek 8a Biloxi 9a Blue Mountain 8a Blue Springs 8a Bogue Chitto 8b Bolton 8b Booneville 8a Boyle 8b Brandon 8b Braxton 8b Brookhaven 8b Brooklyn 8b Brooksville 8b Bruce 8a Buckatunna 8b Bude 8b Burnsville 7b Byhalia 8a Caledonia 8a Calhoun City 8a Camden 8b Canton 8b Carriere 9a Carrollton 8a Carson 8b Carthage 8b Cary 8b Cascilla 8a Cedarbluff 8a Centreville 9a +375 more cities

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