Missouri Planting Zones & Schedule

Missouri’s USDA growing zones range from Zone 5 to Zone 8, depending on where you are in the state. The farther south you go, the warmer it gets, with the northernmost part of the state falling into Zone 5b and the rest of Mississippi divided among Zones 6 and 7. A small part of the Bootheel region along the southernmost border is in Zone 8a.

The long growing season in Missouri is suitable for cool-season crops like spinach, broccoli, and kale as well as warm-season vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and peppers.

Missouri Last & First Frost Dates

City	Last Frost Date	First Frost Date
Arnold	4/11	10/21
Blue Springs	4/11	10/21
Carthage	4/11	10/21
Ferguson	4/11	11/1
Independence	4/11	10/21
Jackson	4/11	10/21
Jefferson City	4/11	10/21
Kansas City	4/11	10/21
St. Louis	4/11	10/21
Springfield	4/11	10/21

*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 Missouri lasts around 170 days, with northern areas having a shorter season than the south. Refer to the planting schedules below to determine the best timing for your zone.