When to plant globe artichoke in Canberra
Canberra sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the globe artichoke window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – April, September – November
Harvest
December – February, May – August
Cool temperate zone tip
A reliable, productive perennial in Melbourne, plant offshoots and harvest buds through spring and early summer.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Canberra typically falls in December, with the first returning around March.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant globe artichoke in Canberra?
In Canberra (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – April, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, May – August.
Can you grow globe artichoke in Canberra?
Yes — globe artichoke grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. A reliable, productive perennial in Melbourne, plant offshoots and harvest buds through spring and early summer.