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When to Plant Raspberries in Marion County, MS

Marion County, Mississippi Zone 8a April

April in the garden — Marion County, Mississippi

April rewards gardeners who work with the weather, not against it. Here's how to stay in step this month in Marion County, Mississippi.

Avg. last frost March 8
Avg. first frost November 20
Soil temp (4") 63°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 12.8 hrs

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Raspberries are beloved bramble fruits producing sweet, delicate berries in red, golden, black, and purple varieties. They spread by underground runners and are very productive.

Marion County, Mississippi is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 8 and the first fall frost is November 20, giving you a growing season of approximately 257 days.

At an elevation of 330 feet, Marion County receives approximately 48.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly clay loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Raspberries during the growing season. Clay soil retains moisture well for Raspberries, but amend with compost to improve drainage and prevent root rot.

Marion County, MS (Zone 8a) Long season
257 days
Last Spring Frost March 8
257 growing days
First Fall Frost November 20

Marion County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Clay Loam

Soil pH

5.3-6.3

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Raspberries

Raspberries needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Raspberries Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 3.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 3.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 4.4" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Apr 4.3" 3.8" 0.5" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 4.1" 0.2" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4.4" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 5.7" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 4.1" 0.2" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 4" 0.3" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 3.2" 1.1" 💧 Light watering
Nov 4.3" 3.5" 0.8" 💧 Light watering
Dec 3.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Mar–Nov in Marion County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Raspberries Planting Timeline — Marion County, MS

Raspberries Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors March 29 Mar 29 – Apr 12

· 24" apart · Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March Transplant Outdoors
April Transplant Outdoors
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

365–730 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–6.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8a

📆 Growing Season

257 days in Marion County

Growing Tips for Marion County

Provide a trellis for support. Prune summer-bearing types by removing spent canes after harvest. For ever-bearing types, mow all canes in late winter for a single fall crop.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Potatoes
  • Tomatoes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Raspberries in Marion County, MS?

Marion County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 8. Plan your Raspberries planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Marion County, MS?

Marion County, Mississippi is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 8 and first fall frost is November 20.

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A 24-page printable planner built for Marion County (Zone 8a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Marion County, MS. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.

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