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Jackson, MS Planting Calendar

The last spring frost in Jackson usually comes around Feb 28 and the first fall frost around Nov 13, a growing season of about 258 days. Start tomatoes indoors Jan 17 – Jan 31 and plant them outside Mar 14 – Mar 28.

Last spring frostFeb 28
First fall frostNov 13
Growing season258 days

When to plant vegetables in Jackson

VegetableStart seeds indoorsPlant outsideFall crop
TomatoesJan 17 – Jan 31Mar 14 – Mar 28—
PeppersJan 10 – Jan 24Mar 21 – Apr 4—
EggplantJan 10 – Jan 24Mar 21 – Apr 4—
Cucumbers—Mar 14 – Mar 28—
Zucchini & summer squash—Mar 14 – Mar 28—
Pumpkins & winter squash—Mar 21 – Apr 4—
Green beans—Mar 14 – Mar 28Aug 21 – Sep 4
Sweet corn—Mar 14 – Mar 28—
BasilJan 31 – Feb 14Mar 14 – Mar 28—
LettuceJan 3 – Jan 17Jan 31 – Mar 14Sep 18 – Oct 2
Spinach—Jan 17 – Feb 7Sep 18 – Oct 2
Peas—Jan 17 – Feb 7Sep 4 – Sep 18
Carrots—Jan 31 – Mar 7Aug 21 – Sep 4
Radishes—Jan 24 – Mar 14Oct 2 – Oct 16
BroccoliDec 20 – Jan 3Jan 31 – Feb 14Aug 21 – Sep 4
KaleJan 3 – Jan 17Jan 24 – Feb 7Sep 4 – Sep 18
Onions—Jan 31 – Feb 14—
Potatoes—Feb 7 – Mar 7—
Garlic——Oct 30 – Dec 4

Dates count from the median frost dates (2016–2025) for Jackson. In a cold spring, wait a week; in a warm one you can go a week early.

Month-by-month planting in Jackson

  1. JanuaryStart indoors: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Basil, Lettuce, Broccoli, KalePlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions
  2. FebruaryStart indoors: BasilPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Radishes, Broccoli, Kale, Onions, Potatoes
  3. MarchPlant outside: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Cucumbers, Zucchini & summer squash, Pumpkins & winter squash, Green beans, Sweet corn, Basil, Lettuce, Carrots, Radishes, Potatoes
  4. AprilPlant outside: Peppers, Eggplant, Pumpkins & winter squash
  5. MayPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  6. JunePlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  7. JulyPlan, order seeds and prepare beds.
  8. AugustPlant outside: Green beans, Carrots, Broccoli
  9. SeptemberPlant outside: Green beans, Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale
  10. OctoberPlant outside: Lettuce, Spinach, Radishes, Garlic
  11. NovemberPlant outside: Garlic
  12. DecemberStart indoors: BroccoliPlant outside: Garlic

Tools for this season

Seed starting kitTrays with humidity domes for starting seeds indoors.See options on AmazonLED grow lightKeeps indoor seedlings short and sturdy.See options on AmazonFrost clothCovers tender plants on a surprise frost night.See options on AmazonSoil thermometerCheck the soil at 4 inches before you spread anything.See options on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

When is the last frost in Jackson?

The median last spring frost is Feb 28 and the median first fall frost is Nov 13, based on 2016–2025 weather data.

When should I plant tomatoes in Jackson?

Start seeds indoors Jan 17 – Jan 31 and set plants outside Mar 14 – Mar 28, once nights stay above 50°F.

When should I plant a fall garden in Jackson?

Sow or transplant cool-season crops 6 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost (around Nov 13): broccoli and carrots first, lettuce, spinach and radishes last.

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