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When to Plant Passion Fruit in Hawaii

Passion fruit is a tropical vine producing exotic, aromatic fruits with a tart, intensely flavored pulp full of edible seeds. The flowers are spectacularly ornamental.

Hawaii spans USDA hardiness zones 11a, 11b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Passion Fruit Planting Calendar for Hawaii

Zone 11a ~364 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: January 1 · First frost: December 31 · 364 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors January 15 Jan 15 – Jan 29
Zone 11b ~364 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: January 1 · First frost: December 31 · 364 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors January 15 Jan 15 – Jan 29

Growing Tips for Hawaii

Provide a strong trellis or fence. Fruits are ripe when they fall to the ground or the skin wrinkles. In marginal zones, grow in containers and protect from frost.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Passion Fruit in Hawaii?

Planting dates for Passion Fruit in Hawaii depend on your USDA zone. Hawaii spans zones 11a, 11b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Hawaii for planting?

Hawaii contains USDA hardiness zones 11a, 11b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: April 2026.