Best Microgreens to Grow in Hawaii
Hawaii spans USDA Zones 10–13, typically Zone 10. We've broken out 57 microgreen varieties by zone — pick your zone below or find the right varieties for your specific part of the state.
Varieties
57
for Hawaii
USDA
Zones 10–13
320–365 days season
Beginner
37
easy to grow
Heirloom
43
heritage varieties
Hawaii in USDA Zones 10–13
Hawaii spans Zones 10–13. Variety lists below are organized by zone — start with your zone for the most accurate recommendations.
Growing Microgreens in Hawaii
Zone 10 gardeners hit the microgreen jackpot with year-round growing potential and minimal frost interference. Your 320-day growing season means you can succession plant heat-loving varieties like basil and amaranth microgreens through summer months when northern gardeners struggle, while still enjoying cool-season favorites like pea shoots and arugula during your brief winter respite. The challenge isn't cold—it's managing intense heat and humidity that can quickly turn your microgreen trays into a breeding ground for mold and bacterial issues.
Success in Zone 10 microgreen growing comes down to selecting varieties that can handle temperature swings and high humidity, plus timing your sowings to work with rather than against your climate. Heat-tolerant varieties like sunflower, radish, and mustard microgreens thrive here when you provide adequate air circulation and shade during peak summer months. The key is understanding that while you can grow microgreens year-round, your techniques need to shift dramatically between the scorching summer months and the blessed relief of winter growing season.
Zone 10 Microgreens for Hawaii★ Most of HI
57 varieties · Last frost January 31 · 320-day season
Zone 11 Microgreens for Hawaii
57 varieties · Year-round growing
Zone 12 Microgreens for Hawaii
57 varieties · Year-round growing
Zone 13 Microgreens for Hawaii
57 varieties · Year-round growing
Zone 10 Growing Tips for Hawaii
Indoor growing becomes your best friend during Zone 10's brutal summer months from June through September, when outdoor microgreen production faces constant battles with excessive heat, sudden downpours, and fungal pressure. Set up your growing operation in the coolest part of your home with fans for air circulation, and consider investing in a small air conditioning unit for your growing space during peak summer. Morning sowings work better than evening ones—get your seeds planted and watered before the day heats up to reduce shock and improve germination rates.
Take advantage of your mild winters by moving operations outdoors from November through March, when daytime temperatures in the 70s and nighttime lows in the 50s create ideal microgreen conditions. This is prime time for successive sowings of cool-season varieties like kale, broccoli, and Swiss chard microgreens that struggle in summer heat. Always have backup indoor space ready during your brief frost season—even a light frost on January 31st can wipe out an entire outdoor crop of tender microgreens overnight.