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Can You Grow Sorrel in Hawaii?
US · USDA Zone 12b · zones 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b
Sorrel grows almost anywhere with basic sun and drainage — only sustained drought slows it.
Plant zones
Hawaii last frost
Hawaii first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Sorrels in Hawaii
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Hawaii's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Sorrel
Sorrel is a lemony, cold-hardy perennial green that returns year after year — one of the earliest greens in spring and nearly maintenance-free.
Direct sow in early spring. Harvest young leaves for salad (mild) or mature for cooking (tangier). Divide plants every few years. Cut flower stalks to keep leaves tender.
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 Sorrel in Hawaii?
Sorrel grows almost anywhere with basic sun and drainage — only sustained drought slows it.
What zone is Hawaii?
Hawaii spans USDA Zone 12b (9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b).
When do you plant Sorrels in Hawaii?
Plant Sorrels Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).