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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

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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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.