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When to plant lavender in Adelaide

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

Sow

Transplant

March – April, October – November

Harvest

December – February, May – September

Temperate zone tip

French, Spanish, and Grosso thrive in Sydney, Adelaide, and especially Perth, full sun and free drainage are the keys.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Adelaide typically falls in August, with the first returning around June.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant lavender in Adelaide?

In Adelaide (temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – April, October – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, May – September.

Can you grow lavender in Adelaide?

Yes — lavender grows well around Adelaide when planted in its window. French, Spanish, and Grosso thrive in Sydney, Adelaide, and especially Perth, full sun and free drainage are the keys.