Curry Leaf — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Murraya koenigii |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 14–28 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 21.1–29.4 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 180–365 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 91.4–152.4 |
| Mature height (cm) | 121.9–243.8 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 91.4–152.4 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 9–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Plant in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun; curry leaf shrubs grow slowly at first but accelerate once established in a warm zone 9–11 site. Fresh leaves are essential to South Indian cooking and release their aroma only when heated in oil — dried leaves are a poor substitute, so growing your own is worthwhile. Harvest by snipping young branch tips regularly, which encourages dense new growth; remove flower clusters as they appear if you prefer to maximize leaf production. Mulch heavily through zone 9 winters and wrap the trunk if temperatures below 28°F are expected for more than a night or two.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0