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Can You Grow Moringa (Drumstick Tree) in Florida?

US · USDA Zone 9b · zones 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b

Grows well here

Moringa grows as a perennial tree in your zone — harvest nutritious leaves and pods year-round.

Plant zones

9a–12b

Florida last frost

mid-January

Florida first frost

late December

Days to harvest

90–180 days

When to plant Moringa (Drumstick Tree)s in Florida

Start indoors

Jan 1

Transplant

Jan 10

Harvest

Apr 10 – Jul 9

Dates are approximate, based on Florida's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Moringa (Drumstick Tree)

Moringa (the drumstick tree, sahjan) is one of the most nutritionally dense plants on Earth. Every part is edible: leaves in dals and stir-fries, pods (drumsticks) in curry, seeds pressed for oil. Grows fast from seed and handles container culture in cold climates.

Start indoors in a large container. In cold zones, cut back aggressively each fall before bringing indoors — it regrows vigorously. Grows 10-15 feet outdoors in warm zones. Harvest leaves throughout the season. Drumstick pods appear on trees 2-3 years old.

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Gardening in Florida

Florida is largely subtropical to tropical. North Florida has mild winters; South Florida and the Keys are essentially frost-free. Year-round growing is standard statewide.