Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Richland, MS, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Richland, MS Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Richland, MS
The average last frost date in spring for Richland is March 25th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 8th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Richland, MS
The average first frost date in fall for Richland is November 5th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Richland, MS
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Richland is approximately 225 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Richland, MS Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Richland, MS Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from January 28th to February 11th).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Crimson Clover (from February 25th to March 11th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from February 11th to February 25th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from March 11th to March 25th), direct sowing Dill (from March 11th to March 25th), and direct sowing Babys Breath (from March 25th to April 8th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 1st to April 15th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from April 1st to April 15th), and direct sowing Cosmos (from April 1st to April 8th).