Free Kamokamo Seeds

We have been gifted kamokamo seeds from He Tipu, ready to distribute to Te Pae o Waimihia members.

Pop in to He Akina to collect yours now! While stock lasts.

Quick Tips for Planting Kamokamo

Kamokamo is a taonga Māori vegetable best grown in the warmth of spring and summer. Here’s how to get your seeds started:

When to Plant:

Wait until all frosts have passed and the soil is warm (around 15–18°C).

In most areas, October–November is ideal.

How to Plant:

Choose a sunny, well-drained spot and enrich with compost.

Sow 2–3 seeds per mound, about 2–5 cm deep and 1 m apart.

Keep soil moist (not soggy) and mulch to hold in moisture.

Thin to the strongest seedling once sprouted.

Growing & Harvesting:

Let vines spread or guide them along a fence or trellis.

Pick young fruit to eat like courgettes, or let them mature for storage.

Save seeds from a fully mature kamokamo for next season.

Tip: Kamokamo love warmth, sun, and plenty of space — nurture them and they’ll reward you with kai all summer long.