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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

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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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.