🌻 Summer · USDA Zone 8b
What’s in Season in Mississippi in August
19 fruits and vegetables are in season across Mississippi's growing zones (7b–9a) in August. Data is calibrated to Zone 8b, the most common zone in Mississippi.
At Peak in August
Best flavor and availability right now.
Basil
★ Peak
Bell Pepper
★ Peak
Cantaloupe
★ Peak
Eggplant
★ Peak
Fig
★ Peak
Hot Pepper
★ Peak
Mint
★ Peak
Okra
★ Peak
Tomato
★ Peak
Watermelon
★ Peak
Also in Season
Blackberry
In season
Cucumber
In season
Green Bean
In season
Muscadine Grape
In season
Peach
In season
Sweet Corn
In season
Thyme
In season
Yellow Squash
In season
Zucchini
In season
About Mississippi’s Growing Zones
Mississippi spans USDA hardiness zones 7b–9a. The most common zone is 8b, which covers the majority of the state’s zip codes. Seasonal availability can shift by 2–4 weeks depending on your specific location within the state. For zone-accurate results based on your exact zip code, use Ripe Route’s free produce browser.
All zones present in Mississippi: 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a
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