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When to plant kale in Hobart

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

Sow

All year

Transplant

Harvest

~2 months after sowing

Cool temperate zone tip

Melbourne is kale country. Plants tolerate the regular frosts and produce sweeter leaves because of them.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Hobart typically falls in October, with the first returning around April.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant kale in Hobart?

In Hobart (cool temperate zone), sow seed All year. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.

Can you grow kale in Hobart?

Yes — kale grows well around Hobart when planted in its window. Melbourne is kale country. Plants tolerate the regular frosts and produce sweeter leaves because of them.