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When to plant fennel in Adelaide

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

Sow

March – December

Transplant

Harvest

~3 months after sowing

Temperate zone tip

Sydney fennel from February to June. Always grow alone, fennel inhibits neighbouring plants.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Adelaide typically falls in August, with the first returning around June.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant fennel in Adelaide?

In Adelaide (temperate zone), sow seed March – December. Expect to harvest roughly 3 months after sowing.

Can you grow fennel in Adelaide?

Yes — fennel grows well around Adelaide when planted in its window. Sydney fennel from February to June. Always grow alone, fennel inhibits neighbouring plants.