What Can Grow in Tuscaloosa, AL

Tuscaloosa's west-central Alabama location combines long summers with mild winters for excellent productivity.

Tuscaloosa, AL is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The growing season lasts about 195 days, with last frost around March 10 and first fall frost around October 22. Top crops include tomatoes, peppers, okra.

7bUSDA Zone
195 daysFrost-Free
March 10Last Frost
October 22First Frost
🌱 What Grows in Tuscaloosa
tomatoespeppersokrasweet potatoesmuscadinessquash
💡 Planting Tips

Extended fall season possible. Grow greens Oct-Dec with minimal frost protection.

🌱
Shop seeds matched to your zone Burpee, Park Seed, and more — curated for your growing conditions.
Shop Seeds →
🔗 More Resources
📍 Full Zone 7b Guide 🌎 Alabama Planting Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Tuscaloosa, AL is in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 7b. Tuscaloosa's west-central Alabama location combines long summers with mild winters for excellent productivity.

The average last spring frost in Tuscaloosa is around March 10. The first fall frost typically arrives around October 22, giving a frost-free growing season of approximately 195 days.

Tuscaloosa's Zone 7b climate supports growing tomatoes, peppers, okra, sweet potatoes, muscadines, squash. Extended fall season possible. Grow greens Oct-Dec with minimal frost protection.

In Tuscaloosa, start with cool-season crops like lettuce, spinach, and broccoli a few weeks before the last frost date of March 10. Warm-season crops like tomatoes and peppers should go in after all frost risk has passed.