What Growing Zone Is Tula?
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Tula a growing zone designation of 8a. Sometimes also called the planting or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Tula's climate based on the average extreme annual temperature.Our data is based on the latest 2023 USDA maps, which used Tula's weather data from 1991 - 2020 in their analysis.
Latest MS growing zone mapIf you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Tula area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Tula, MS.

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Latest MS growing zone mapThe growing zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive based on average lowest year temperatures, helping you to decide what plants would grow best in your particular climate. Since Tula is in growing zone 8a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants for Tula's climate should be chosen with this in mind, or plants should be moved inside to keep their core temperature in the right range if necessary.
Some zones may have been changed by the USDA as of 2023. To see if the Tula area has been affected, refer to this map of half zone changes from the 2012 version of the USDA zones to the 2023 version.
The updated map shows that over half of the Southeast has warmed by about half a zone. For gardeners, that means you can now grow plants that tolerate a bit more heat and less frost than before. The tan areas reflect this shift. Meanwhile, the white areas had slight temperature changes, but not enough to move them into a new zone. In the Western U.S., a few spots shifted cooler. That’s not due to a colder climate, but because the new map uses a larger dataset, giving a more accurate picture of local conditions. It's important to keep track of these changes when planning your garden!
Ready to start planning your garden? Browse our curated list of plants recommended for Tula, MS that are matched to this hardiness zone.
Hardiness Zone FAQ
Have questions about hardiness zones and what they mean for your garden? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about USDA hardiness zones and how they affect plant selection in Tula, MS.
The USDA hardiness zone is 8a for Tula. This is sometimes also referred to as the growing or planting zone. These terms are used interchangeably.
Tula's Growing Zone Details
USDA Growing Zone: 8a
Longitude: -89.3656
Latitude: 34.2359
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 10 to 15

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