Frost dates for 38686 — Walls, MS
Last spring frostMar 19median date
First fall frostNov 10median date
Growing season236 daysfrost-free
Hardiness zone8aZone 8a
How Walls compares
- In 8 years out of 10, the last spring frost in Walls falls between March 1 and April 7, a 37-day window. The first fall frost falls between October 28 and November 30.
- The median last frost is 2 days later than the Mississippi median of Mar 17.
- Its 236-day growing season is longer than 43% of the 435 Mississippi places with a regular frost season (state median 239 days).
- The last frost is 10 days earlier than the zone 8a median of Mar 29. Hardiness zones measure winter cold, not season length, so use these dates rather than a zone 8a chart.
- The weather station records an average of 58 nights a year at or below 32°F.
- Compared with Southaven, MS, 17 km away, the last frost here is 3 days later than there and the growing season is 9 days shorter.
Frost probability
| Chance of frost after | Date |
|---|---|
| 90% (early) | March 1 |
| 50% (median) | March 19 |
| 10% (safe for tender plants) | April 7 |
| Chance of frost before | Date |
|---|---|
| 10% (early) | October 28 |
| 50% (median) | November 10 |
| 90% (late) | November 30 |
Frost here means 32°F (0°C). A median date means half of years have their last frost earlier and half later.
Planting calendar for Walls, MS
Frost dates for 38686 — Walls, MS — last frost Mar 19, first frost Nov 10, zone 8a. whenisthelastfrost.com
Crop
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Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Start indoors: Dec 25 to Jan 8Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Start indoors: Jan 8 to Jan 22Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Feb 26 to Mar 12Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 13
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Feb 19 to Mar 5Sow outdoors: Feb 19 to Mar 5Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 22
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Feb 26 to Mar 12Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Jan 22 to Feb 5Transplant outside: Mar 5 to Mar 19Plant for fall: Aug 4 to Aug 25
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Apr 9 to Apr 23Sow outdoors: Apr 9 to Apr 23
Start indoors: Feb 5 to Feb 19Transplant outside: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Feb 26Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Feb 5 to Feb 26Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Feb 12 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 29 to Oct 20
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 9Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Feb 26Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Feb 26Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Start indoors: Feb 19 to Feb 26Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 16
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Aug 18 to Sep 1
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Feb 26 to Mar 19
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Apr 2Plant for fall: Sep 1 to Sep 15
Sow outdoors: Mar 5 to Mar 26Plant for fall: Sep 15 to Oct 6
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 16Plant for fall: Aug 25 to Sep 8
Sow outdoors: Mar 26 to Apr 9
Transplant outside: Apr 2 to Apr 23
Plant for fall: Oct 27 to Dec 1
Start indoorsTransplant outsideSow outdoorsPlant for fallMedian frost dates
When to plant vegetables in Walls, MS
| Crop | Start indoors | Transplant | Sow outdoors | Fall crop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onions | Dec 25 – Jan 8 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | — | — |
| Peppers | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Eggplant | Jan 8 – Jan 22 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Tomatoes | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Lettuce | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | Feb 19 – Mar 26 | Sep 15 – Oct 13 |
| Kale | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | Sep 1 – Sep 22 |
| Broccoli | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cabbage | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Feb 26 – Mar 12 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Cauliflower | Jan 22 – Feb 5 | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | — | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Okra | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 | — |
| Basil | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — | — |
| Peas | — | — | Feb 5 – Feb 26 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 |
| Spinach | — | — | Feb 5 – Feb 26 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Radishes | — | — | Feb 12 – Mar 26 | Sep 29 – Oct 20 |
| Cucumbers | Feb 19 – Feb 26 | Apr 2 – Apr 9 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Zucchini & Summer Squash | Feb 19 – Feb 26 | — | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Winter Squash & Pumpkins | Feb 19 – Feb 26 | — | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — |
| Melons & Watermelon | Feb 19 – Feb 26 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 | — | — |
| Carrots | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 26 | Aug 18 – Sep 1 |
| Beets | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 26 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Potatoes | — | — | Feb 26 – Mar 19 | — |
| Swiss Chard | — | — | Mar 5 – Apr 2 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
| Cilantro | — | — | Mar 5 – Mar 26 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 |
| Green Beans | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 16 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Sweet Corn | — | — | Mar 26 – Apr 9 | — |
| Sweet Potatoes | — | Apr 2 – Apr 23 | — | — |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Oct 27 – Dec 1 |
Dates come from the median frost dates and common extension-service timing. Adjust for your soil temperature, microclimate and the varieties you grow.
About these dates
Based on 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for the W Memphis, AR weather station, 19 km away (elevation 217 ft (66 m)).
ZIP codes in Walls: 38680 38686
Frost dates near Walls
- Lake Cormorant Mar 28 · Nov 5
- Horn Lake Mar 16 · Nov 16
- Nesbit Mar 28 · Nov 5
- Southaven Mar 16 · Nov 16
- Hernando Mar 28 · Nov 5
- Robinsonville Mar 14 · Nov 15
- Olive Branch Mar 26 · Nov 6
- Arkabutla Mar 20 · Nov 4
Frequently asked questions
When is the last frost in Walls, MS?
The median last spring frost in Walls, MS is March 19. There is still about a 10% chance of frost after April 7, so wait until then to plant frost-tender crops like tomatoes and peppers.
When is the first frost in Walls, MS?
The median first fall frost is November 10, with about a 10% chance of frost before October 28.
How long is the growing season in Walls, MS?
About 236 days between the median last spring frost and first fall frost.
What planting zone is Walls, MS?
Walls, MS is in USDA hardiness zone 8a.