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Variety fit — Hawaii

Can I grow Stayman apple in Hawaii?

The verdict

Not recommended

  • Your zone 12b is warmer than this variety's range (zones 5–8); it may not receive reliable winter chilling.

Based on Hawaii’s main growing area (96813): zone 12b, ~0 chill hours. Your exact site may differ — check your ZIP.

The numbers

Stayman requirements vs. Hawaii climate
Stayman hardinessUSDA zones 5–8
Hawaii average chill (96813)0 hours (0–0 across 10 winters)
Hawaii zone (96813)USDA zone 12b
USDA pomological watercolor of Stayman apple
Malus domestica: StaymanUSDA pomological watercolor, Royal Charles Steadman, 1918 · USDA Pomological Watercolor Collection

Keep checking

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Questions

Can I grow Stayman apple in Hawaii?
Probably not — Your zone 12b is warmer than this variety's range (zones 5–8); it may not receive reliable winter chilling.

Sources

  1. [1] Open-Meteo / Copernicus ERA5. Historical Weather API (hourly 2m temperature) — accessed July 2026
  2. [2] USDA / PRISM (Oregon State University). 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map — accessed July 2026
  3. [3] Utah State University Extension. Apple Production and Variety Recommendations for the Utah Home Garden — accessed July 2026