When to plant choy sum in Brisbane
Brisbane sits in Australia's sub-tropical zone. Computed from Brisbane's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the choy sum window:
Sow
April – October
Transplant
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Harvest
~2 months after sowing
Sub-tropical zone tip
May through August is the prime choy sum season in SE QLD. Succession-sow every 3 weeks for a continuous supply.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Brisbane typically falls in August, with the first returning around July.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant choy sum in Brisbane?
In Brisbane (sub-tropical zone), sow seed April – October. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.
Can you grow choy sum in Brisbane?
Yes — choy sum grows well around Brisbane when planted in its window. May through August is the prime choy sum season in SE QLD. Succession-sow every 3 weeks for a continuous supply.