When to plant borage in Darwin
Darwin sits in Australia's tropical zone. Computed from Darwin's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the borage window:
Sow
February, June – July
Transplant
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Harvest
~2 months after sowing
Tropical zone tip
Grow borage in the cooler dry season in Darwin and Cairns, wet-season heat shortens its life.
Darwin is essentially frost-free, which gives borage plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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When can I plant borage in Darwin?
In Darwin (tropical zone), sow seed February, June – July. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.
Can you grow borage in Darwin?
Yes — borage grows well around Darwin when planted in its window. Grow borage in the cooler dry season in Darwin and Cairns, wet-season heat shortens its life.