When to Plant Spinach in Harrison County, MS
Spinach is a nutrient-packed cool-season green that grows quickly in spring and fall. It is rich in iron, vitamins, and antioxidants and excellent raw or cooked.
Harrison County, Mississippi is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 4 and the first fall frost is November 26, giving you a growing season of approximately 267 days.
At an elevation of 190 feet, Harrison County receives approximately 53 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 96°F, so Spinach may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Spinach will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Spinach root diseases.
Harrison County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sandy Loam
Soil pH
4.8-6.2
Drainage
Well Drained
Spinach Planting Timeline — Harrison County, MS
Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | January 28 | Jan 28 – Feb 11 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 4 | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Direct Sow | February 18 | Feb 18 – Mar 11 |
| Fall Sowing | September 17 | Sep 17 – Oct 1 |
| Harvest | April 8 | Apr 8 – Jun 10 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Start Indoors |
| February | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Harvest |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | Fall Sowing |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
35–50 days
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 8b
Growing Season
267 days
Growing Tips for Harrison County
Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in partial shade for summer crops to delay bolting. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Wind pollinated — isolate 1/2 mile for purity. Easy to let bolt in heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spinach in Harrison County, MS?
Harrison County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 4. Plan your Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Harrison County, MS?
Harrison County, Mississippi is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 4 and first fall frost is November 26.
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