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Can You Grow Moringa (Drumstick Tree) in Michigan?

US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a

Won't grow here

Moringa is frost-tender, but in a large container it grows fast and produces leaves all summer.

Plant zones

9a–12b

Michigan last frost

early April

Michigan first frost

late October

Days to harvest

90–180 days

When to plant Moringa (Drumstick Tree)s in Michigan

Start indoors

Mar 10

Transplant

Apr 7

Harvest

Jul 6 – Oct 4

Dates are approximate, based on Michigan'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 Michigan

Michigan has a humid continental climate moderated by the Great Lakes. Southern Michigan is Zone 5b-6a; the Upper Peninsula is Zone 4a-5a. Known for fruit crops along Lake Michigan.