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When to plant beetroot in Canberra

Canberra sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the beetroot window:

Sow

September – May

Transplant

Harvest

June – July

Cool temperate zone tip

Melbourne beetroot grows well from August through autumn. Frost-tolerant once established.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Canberra typically falls in December, with the first returning around March.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant beetroot in Canberra?

In Canberra (cool temperate zone), sow seed September – May. Harvest typically runs June – July.

Can you grow beetroot in Canberra?

Yes — beetroot grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. Melbourne beetroot grows well from August through autumn. Frost-tolerant once established.