When to plant broad bean in Canberra
Canberra sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the broad bean window:
Sow
April – November
Transplant
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Harvest
~3 months after sowing
Cool temperate zone tip
Melbourne is ideal broad bean territory. Plants survive heavy frost and produce massive spring harvests.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Canberra typically falls in December, with the first returning around March.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant broad bean in Canberra?
In Canberra (cool temperate zone), sow seed April – November. Expect to harvest roughly 3 months after sowing.
Can you grow broad bean in Canberra?
Yes — broad bean grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. Melbourne is ideal broad bean territory. Plants survive heavy frost and produce massive spring harvests.