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Native Trees For The State of Mississippi

Want to go native? Find the best selection of native species for the State of Mississippi here at Nature Hills Nursery!

Sweet Bay Magnolia

Choosing indigenous trees for your State means you will know your tree will happily grow for you with few issues! Tolerating local growing zones, and climate, weather, and anything else your State can throw at them! Plus you’ll feed pollinators, songbirds, and wildlife by providing them with a tree they recognize!

Native trees are better able to cope with the local environmental conditions of an area and typically require less attention than non-natives and hybrids! They establish faster and thrive!

Best Native Trees in Mississippi

Mississippi Native Trees Infographics

Mississippi has a wide range of USDA planting zones ranging from 7b to 9a. Mississippi can be a humid subtropical climate region, with temperate winters, long, hot summers, and rainfall throughout the year. Featuring coastal and barrier islands, rivers, and evergreen and deciduous forests, this state sure has a lot to offer!

The Magnolia is the Mississippi State Tree, giving the state its nickname, and the Northern Mockingbird is the state bird!

What Tree Grows Best in Mississippi?

 Find your Hardiness Zone and then choose any tree that has a range that includes yours! Check with your local County Extension Office for more information if needed.

Best Evergreen Trees For Mississippi

In addition to the broad-leaved evergreen Magnolias, check out these other Mississippi Native Trees that keep their leaves year-round!

  • American Holly Bush/Tree
  • Eastern Red Cedar (Redcedar)
  • Longleaf Pine
  • Loblolly Pine
  • Possumhaw Holly
  • Wax Myrtle

Native Flowering Trees to Grow in Mississippi

Feed pollinators and hummingbirds nectar and pollen they evolved alongside in your State, and perfume the air around your seating areas with flowering trees.

  • American Hornbeam
  • American Hop Hornbeam
  • Bald Cypress Tree
  • Black Gum Trees (aka: Black Tupelo Tree)
  • Carolina Silverbell
  • Fringetree (Fringe Tree) & Grancy Greybeard Tree
  • Eastern Redbud Trees
  • Ohio & Red Buckeye
  • Dogwood Trees - Pagoda, Roughleaf, Silky, Swamp, Pink, Red & White
  • Magnolia Trees - Bigleaf, Cucumber, Sweet Bay Magnolia & Southern 
  • Pussy Willow
  • Tulip Tree (Tulip Poplar)
  • Sweetgum Tree
  • Sourwood Trees
  • Common Witchhazel
  • Yellowwood Tree

What Are Native Shade Trees in Mississippi?

Mississippi can get some very hot and sunny summer weather so you need a shade tree to help beat cooling costs and give your backyard seating some lush relief from the sun!

  • Ash Trees - White & Green
  • American Basswood (Linden Tree)
  • American Elm Tree
  • Birch Trees - Sweet & River 
  • Black Locust Tree
  • Box Elder (Boxelder) Tree
  • Northern Catalpa
  • Cottonwood/Eastern Cottonwood Tree
  • Hackberry/Sugarberry Tree
  • Kentucky Coffee Tree
  • Maple Trees - Black, Red, Silver & Sugar 
  • Oak Trees - Black, Blackjack, Bur, Cherrybark Oak, Chinquapin, Nuttall, Overcup, Red, Scarlet, Shumard, Swamp Chestnut Oak, Southern Live, White & Willow Oak
  • Sassafras Trees
  • American Sycamore
  • Washington Hawthorn
  • Black Willow Tree

Native Fruit & Nut Trees for Mississippi

We love edible landscaping trees that look great and feed you and your local wildlife too!

  • American Beech
  • Black, Bitternut, Butternut, Red, Shagbark, Shellbark, & Pignut Hickory Trees
  • Pawpaw Trees
  • Hardy Pecan Tree
  • American Plum and Chickasaw Plum
  • Red Mulberry Tree
  • Downy Serviceberry
  • Black Walnut Tree
  • Hazelnut/American Filbert

Much Needed Natives!

Whether you are adding shade or flowers, privacy, or a lasting legacy to your landscape, Nature Hills is here to help you find the perfect tree for your Mississippi garden!

Help keep your State's native biodiversity intact by planting trees native to your area! Nature Hills is committed to helping you preserve your State’s unique beauty with plants and trees that are sure to do well in your garden without impacting your native flora and fauna!

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What Are the Best Native Trees to Grow in Mississippi?

Mississippi’s hot, humid climate and rich biodiversity make it the perfect place to grow native trees like Sweet Bay Magnolia, Eastern Redbud, and Live Oak. These trees are perfectly suited to USDA zones 7b to 9a and thrive in the state’s coastal, forested, and wetland regions. They also support native pollinators, birds like the Northern Mockingbird, and other local wildlife.

Why Should I Plant Native Trees in My Mississippi Landscape?

Native trees are naturally adapted to Mississippi’s subtropical conditions. Trees like Loblolly Pine, Fringetree, and Pawpaw establish quickly, require less watering once established, and are more tolerant of pests, heat, and storms. They also provide essential habitat and food sources for local pollinators, songbirds, and other wildlife that evolved alongside them.

Which Evergreen Trees Are Native to Mississippi and Stay Green Year-Round?

Mississippi gardeners can enjoy evergreen beauty with native trees like American Holly, Wax Myrtle, and Longleaf Pine. These evergreens maintain their foliage through every season, making them great for windbreaks, year-round privacy, and structure in the garden. Broadleaf evergreens like Southern Magnolia also add fragrant blooms and lush greenery throughout the year.

What Are the Best Native Shade Trees for Mississippi’s Hot Summers?

Mississippi summers can be intense, so trees like Southern Live Oak, Sweetgum, and Sycamore provide much-needed relief with wide canopies and dense foliage. These native shade trees help lower cooling costs, create cozy backyard havens, and deliver seasonal beauty with fall color, spring flowers, or bold textures. Many also double as valuable wildlife trees.

Can I Grow Fruit or Nut Trees Native to Mississippi?

Yes, Mississippi is a fantastic state for native fruit and nut trees. Growers love Pawpaw, American Plum, Hardy Pecan, and Black Walnut for their tasty harvests and low-maintenance needs. These trees also provide food for birds, mammals, and pollinators while looking great in edible landscaping and native plant gardens.

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