Best Plants For Pontotoc, MS

A variety of plants are suitable for Pontotoc's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8a, with average annual lows of 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Pontotoc, MS based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Pontotoc include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, black-eyed susan and butterfly weed for the best results.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Trees for Pontotoc

American Beech

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Cherry

Chinese Elm

Dogwood

Eastern Redbud

Eastern White Pine

Honey Locust

Live Oak

Loblolly Pine

London Plane Tree

Red Maple

River Birch

Silver Maple

Southern Magnolia

Sweetbay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Oak

Fruits for Pontotoc

Apple

Apricot

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherry

Currants

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Mulberry

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberries

Strawberries

Strawberry

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Flowers for Pontotoc

Azalea

Black-eyed Susan

Butterfly weed

Chrysanthemum

Coneflower

Daylily

Four o'clock

Geranium

Hydrangea

Impatiens

Lavender

Marigold

Pansy

Peony

Phlox

Snapdragons

Sunflower

Turf Lily

Virginia Bluebell.

Zinnia

Vegetables for Pontotoc

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Peppers

Radishes

Red Cabbage

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Corn

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 Pontotoc, MS climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Pontotoc, MS include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Carrots, Collard Greens and Cucumbers based on Pontotoc's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of MS Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

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Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Best Time to Plant in Pontotoc

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

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Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Pontotoc's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 8a

Zip Codes: 38863

Longitude: -89.0091

Latitude: 34.2531

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 10 to 15

The USDA growing zone is 8a in Pontotoc, 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 Pontotoc is 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Pontotoc, MS.

Map of Pontotoc

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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Tools You'll Love

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

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