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Can You Grow Savory in Hawaii?
US · USDA Zone 12b · zones 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b
Savory grows almost anywhere with sun and drainage — only soggy soil or deep shade slows it.
Plant zones
Hawaii last frost
Hawaii first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Savories in Hawaii
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Hawaii's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Savory
Savory — summer or winter — is a peppery, thyme-like herb classically paired with beans (hence 'the bean herb'). Easy to grow and a staple of French cooking.
Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost. Harvest sprigs as needed; flavor is best before flowering. Winter savory is a hardy perennial.
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 Savory in Hawaii?
Savory grows almost anywhere with sun and drainage — only soggy soil or deep shade slows it.
What zone is Hawaii?
Hawaii spans USDA Zone 12b (9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b).
When do you plant Savories in Hawaii?
Plant Savories around no frost (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Mar 2 – Mar 22.