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When to plant garlic in Sydney

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

Sow

June – August

Transplant

Harvest

December – February

Temperate zone tip

Sydney and Perth grow good garlic with April to June plantings. Adelaide Hills gardeners get the best results.

Sydney is essentially frost-free, which gives garlic plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant garlic in Sydney?

In Sydney (temperate zone), sow seed June – August. Harvest typically runs December – February.

Can you grow garlic in Sydney?

Yes — garlic grows well around Sydney when planted in its window. Sydney and Perth grow good garlic with April to June plantings. Adelaide Hills gardeners get the best results.