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When to plant eggplant in Perth

Perth sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Perth's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the eggplant window:

Sow

November – March

Transplant

Harvest

April

Temperate zone tip

October plantings in Sydney and Perth work well. Adelaide gardeners should plant a little earlier and choose smaller varieties.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Perth typically falls in September, with the first returning around May. Eggplant is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant eggplant in Perth?

In Perth (temperate zone), sow seed November – March. Harvest typically runs April.

Can you grow eggplant in Perth?

Yes — eggplant grows well around Perth when planted in its window. October plantings in Sydney and Perth work well. Adelaide gardeners should plant a little earlier and choose smaller varieties.