When to plant cabbage in Canberra
Canberra sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the cabbage window:
Sow
February – December
Transplant
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Harvest
~3 months after sowing
Cool temperate zone tip
Melbourne grows cabbage superbly. Plant in succession every 6–8 weeks for continuous harvest.
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 cabbage in Canberra?
In Canberra (cool temperate zone), sow seed February – December. Expect to harvest roughly 3 months after sowing.
Can you grow cabbage in Canberra?
Yes — cabbage grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. Melbourne grows cabbage superbly. Plant in succession every 6–8 weeks for continuous harvest.