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Can You Grow Blackberry in Hawaii?

US · USDA Zone 12b · zones 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b

Won't grow here

Blackberries cannot survive the winters in your zone without significant protection.

Plant zones

5a–9b

Hawaii last frost

no frost

Hawaii first frost

no frost

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Blackberry

Blackberries are vigorous perennial canes that produce prolific harvests once established. Thornless varieties exist for easier handling. Plants bear from the second year onward and can produce for 15-20 years.

Plant in full sun with a trellis or fence for support. Canes fruit in year two (primocanes grow year one, floricanes fruit year two). Prune out canes that have fruited. Thornless varieties like Triple Crown are much easier to manage.

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Gardening in Hawaii

Hawaii is tropical with year-round warmth. Zone varies dramatically by elevation — coastal areas are Zone 11-12 while Mauna Kea slopes reach Zone 9. Year-round growing throughout.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Blackberry in Hawaii?

Blackberries cannot survive the winters in your zone without significant protection.

What zone is Hawaii?

Hawaii spans USDA Zone 12b (9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b).

When do you plant Blackberries in Hawaii?

See the planting guide for Blackberry — timing depends on your exact frost date.