Louisiana Planting Zones & Schedule

Louisiana’s USDA growing zones range from Zone 8a in the north to Zone 10a along the southern coast. Northern parts of the state, including areas near Shreveport and Monroe, experience slightly cooler winters, fitting within Zones 8a and 8b.

Further south, especially near Baton Rouge and New Orleans, the climate becomes subtropical, falling into Zones 9a through 10a. These warm conditions allow gardeners to grow heat-loving crops such as okra, peppers, eggplant, and tomatoes nearly year-round.

 

Louisiana Last & First Frost Dates

  • *Keep in mind that frost can occur before or after these dates. Watch your local weather to determine the best time to plant.

  • The growing season in Louisiana averages around 260 but can be as high as 350 days along the coast. Refer to the planting schedules below to determine the best timing for your zone.

Zone 8 Planting Schedule

Zone 9 Planting Schedule

Zone 10 Planting Schedule