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When to plant beetroot in Melbourne

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

Sow

All year

Transplant

Harvest

~2 months after sowing

Cool temperate zone tip

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

Frost matters here: the last frost around Melbourne typically falls in September, with the first returning around May.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant beetroot in Melbourne?

In Melbourne (cool temperate zone), sow seed All year. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.

Can you grow beetroot in Melbourne?

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