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When to plant fennel in Canberra

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

Sow

February – May, September – December

Transplant

Harvest

June – August

Cool temperate zone tip

Melbourne grows good fennel from January to April. Excellent for autumn and winter 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 fennel in Canberra?

In Canberra (cool temperate zone), sow seed February – May, September – December. Harvest typically runs June – August.

Can you grow fennel in Canberra?

Yes — fennel grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. Melbourne grows good fennel from January to April. Excellent for autumn and winter harvest.