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When to plant cherry tomato in Brisbane

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

Sow

September – June

Transplant

Harvest

~2 months after sowing

Sub-tropical zone tip

Cherries give Brisbane gardeners a longer productive window than large varieties, try them in late winter when full-size tomatoes wouldn't have time.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Brisbane typically falls in August, with the first returning around July. Cherry Tomato is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant cherry tomato in Brisbane?

In Brisbane (sub-tropical zone), sow seed September – June. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.

Can you grow cherry tomato in Brisbane?

Yes — cherry tomato grows well around Brisbane when planted in its window. Cherries give Brisbane gardeners a longer productive window than large varieties, try them in late winter when full-size tomatoes wouldn't have time.