Best Plants For Utica, MS

A variety of plants are suitable for Utica's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8b, with average annual lows of 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Utica, MS based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Utica include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberry will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, begonia and camellia for the best results.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Trees for Utica

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Walnut

Catalpa Tree

Eastern Redbud

European Beech

Japanese Maple

Pear Tree

River Birch

Saucer Magnolia

Southern Live Oak

Southern Red Oak

Sugar Maple

Sweet Bay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Ash

Witch Hazel

Yoshino Cherry

Yulan Magnolia

Fruits for Utica

Apple

Apricot

Blackberry

Blueberry

Cherry

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Lime

Mulberry

Olive

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberry

Strawberries

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Flowers for Utica

Azalea

Begonia

Camellia

Chrysanthemums

Clematis

Coneflower

Cosmos

Dahlia

Daphne

Daylily

Gardenia

Geranium

Hydrangea

Iris

Lilac

Marigold

Peony

Roses

Viburnum

Wisteria

Vegetables for Utica

Beets

Bell Peppers

Broccoli

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Garlic

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Onions

Radish

Spinach

Sweet Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about plants for your area? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about what plants grow best in the Utica, MS climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Utica, MS include beets, bell peppers and broccoli. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on Utica's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of MS Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Utica ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Mississippi.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Best Time to Plant in Utica

Check the growing calendar for Utica at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

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Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Utica's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 8b

Zip Codes: 39175

Longitude: -90.6221

Latitude: 32.1061

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 15 to 20

The USDA growing zone is 8b in Utica, MS. This is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping to decide what plants would be suitable for the region's climate. According to our records, the average annual extreme minimum temperature in Utica is 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Utica, MS.

Map of Utica

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

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Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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