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Can You Grow Lemongrass in Hawaii?
US · USDA Zone 12b · zones 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b
Grow in a large pot so you can bring it indoors before frost — it thrives on a sunny windowsill all winter.
Plant zones
Hawaii last frost
Hawaii first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Lemongrasses in Hawaii
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Hawaii's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Lemongrass
Lemongrass is a tropical grass used throughout Southeast Asian, Indian, and Caribbean cooking. The fragrant stalks flavour curries, soups, and teas. In cold zones, grow as a container plant and overwinter indoors.
In cold zones, start indoors 8 weeks before last frost in a large pot. Bring indoors before frost. Divide clumps every 2-3 years. Harvest outer stalks 12 inches tall. Loves heat and full sun.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lemongrass in Hawaii?
Grow in a large pot so you can bring it indoors before frost — it thrives on a sunny windowsill all winter.
What zone is Hawaii?
Hawaii spans USDA Zone 12b (9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b).
When do you plant Lemongrasses in Hawaii?
Plant Lemongrasses around no frost (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Mar 17 – Apr 11.