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When to plant globe artichoke in Melbourne

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

Sow

Transplant

March – May, September – November

Harvest

December – February, June – 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 Melbourne typically falls in September, with the first returning around May.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant globe artichoke in Melbourne?

In Melbourne (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.

Can you grow globe artichoke in Melbourne?

Yes — globe artichoke grows well around Melbourne when planted in its window. A reliable, productive perennial in Melbourne, plant offshoots and harvest buds through spring and early summer.