When to plant jerusalem artichoke in Canberra
Canberra sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the jerusalem artichoke window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – May, September – November
Harvest
December – February, June – August
Cool temperate zone tip
Melbourne is close to ideal for Jerusalem artichoke. Plant in July, harvest in April–May. One of the most productive, effort-free vegetables for Melbourne.
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 jerusalem artichoke in Canberra?
In Canberra (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.
Can you grow jerusalem artichoke in Canberra?
Yes — jerusalem artichoke grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. Melbourne is close to ideal for Jerusalem artichoke. Plant in July, harvest in April–May. One of the most productive, effort-free vegetables for Melbourne.