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When to plant cabbage in Brisbane

Brisbane sits in Australia's sub-tropical zone. Computed from Brisbane's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the cabbage window:

Sow

April – October

Transplant

Harvest

~3 months after sowing

Sub-tropical zone tip

Brisbane autumn (March–May) is the main cabbage window. Choose 60–70 day varieties for reliability.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Brisbane typically falls in August, with the first returning around July.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant cabbage in Brisbane?

In Brisbane (sub-tropical zone), sow seed April – October. Expect to harvest roughly 3 months after sowing.

Can you grow cabbage in Brisbane?

Yes — cabbage grows well around Brisbane when planted in its window. Brisbane autumn (March–May) is the main cabbage window. Choose 60–70 day varieties for reliability.