Can You Grow Okra in Hawaii?
US · USDA Zone 12b · zones 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b
Okra needs sustained heat to produce and cannot reach harvestable stage in your zone.
Plant zones
Hawaii last frost
Hawaii first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Okras in Hawaii
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Hawaii's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Okra
Okra is a heat-loving staple of Southern US, Indian, and West African cuisines. The crisp pods are essential for gumbo, bhindi masala, and fried dishes. One of the most productive warm-season crops per square foot.
Do not transplant until soil is consistently 65°F+. Soak seeds 12 hours before planting. Harvest pods at 2-3 inches — larger pods become fibrous. Pick every 2-3 days during peak season. Wear gloves — plant is mildly irritating.
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 Okra in Hawaii?
Okra needs sustained heat to produce and cannot reach harvestable stage in your zone.
What zone is Hawaii?
Hawaii spans USDA Zone 12b (9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b).
When do you plant Okras in Hawaii?
Plant Okras around no frost (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Feb 20 – Mar 7.