Best Plants For Oxford, MS
A variety of plants are suitable for Oxford's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 7b, with average annual lows of 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Oxford, MS based on our analysis of the region's climate.
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Trees for Oxford
- American Holly (Ilex opaca)
- American White Elm (Ulmus americana)
- Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum)
- Black Willow (Salix nigra)
- Carolina Silverbell (Halesia carolina)
- Dogwood (Cornus florida)
- Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
- Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus)
- Loblolly Pine (Pinus taeda)
- Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)
- Red Maple (Acer rubrum)
- River Birch (Betula nigra)
- Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)
- Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
- Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua)
- Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)
- Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)
- Virginia Pine (Pinus virginiana)
- White Ash (Fraxinus americana)
- White Oak (Quercus alba)
Fruits for Oxford
- Apples
- Apricots
- Blackberries
- Blueberries
- Cherries
- Currants
- Elderberries
- Figs
- Grapes
- Kiwi
- Mulberries
- Peaches
- Pears
- Persimmons
- Plums
- Pomegranates
- Quince
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
- Walnuts
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Flowers for Oxford
- Azaleas
- Begonias
- Chrysanthemums
- Coneflowers
- Crocuses
- Daffodils
- Dahlia
- Daylilies
- Geraniums
- Hyacinths
- Hydrangeas
- Irises
- Lavender
- Lilies
- Marigold
- Pansies
- Periwinkle
- Petunias
- Roses
- Tulips
Vegetables for Oxford
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Brussels Sprouts
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Collard Greens
- Cucumbers
- Eggplant
- Green Beans
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Peas
- Radishes
- Spinach
- Squash
- Sweet Bell Peppers
- Swiss Chard
- Tomatoes
- Turnips
- 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 Oxford, MS climate.
№ 01What vegetables grow well in Oxford?+
Some of the best vegetables for Oxford, MS include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on Oxford's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 02What fruits grow well in Oxford?+
Some of the best fruits for Oxford, MS include apples, apricots and blackberries. Other recommended fruits include Blueberries, Cherries and Currants based on Oxford's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 03What flowers grow well in Oxford?+
Some of the best flowers for Oxford, MS include azaleas, begonias and chrysanthemums. Other recommended flowers include Coneflowers, Crocuses and Daffodils based on Oxford's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 04What trees grow well in Oxford?+
Some of the best trees for Oxford, MS include american holly (ilex opaca), american white elm (ulmus americana) and bald cypress (taxodium distichum). Other recommended trees include Black Willow (Salix nigra), Carolina Silverbell (Halesia carolina) and Dogwood (Cornus florida) based on Oxford's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 05What shrubs grow well in Oxford?+
We're still building our shrubs database for Oxford, MS. Browse all shrubs or search by postal code to find more plants.
Map of MS Hardiness Zones
Choosing plants based on the Oxford hardiness zone ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Mississippi.
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Best Time to Plant in Oxford
Check the growing calendar for Oxford at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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Oxford's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 7b
Longitude: -89.5336
Latitude: 34.3627
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 5 to 10
The USDA growing zone is 7b in Oxford, 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 Oxford is 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the USDA plant hardiness zone for Oxford.
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Map of Oxford
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