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Can You Grow Moringa (Drumstick Tree) in Rhode Island?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b

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

Rhode Island last frost

mid-March

Rhode Island first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

90–180 days

When to plant Moringa (Drumstick Tree)s in Rhode Island

Start indoors

Feb 14

Transplant

Mar 15

Harvest

Jun 13 – Sep 11

Dates are approximate, based on Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island

Rhode Island has a humid continental climate moderated by the ocean. A small state with a single primary zone of 6b in most areas. Four seasons with a productive growing window.