When to plant lemon balm in Canberra
Canberra sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the lemon balm window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – May, September – November
Harvest
December – February, June – August
Cool temperate zone tip
Melbourne lemon balm dies back in winter and re-emerges in spring.
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 lemon balm in Canberra?
In Canberra (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.
Can you grow lemon balm in Canberra?
Yes — lemon balm grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. Melbourne lemon balm dies back in winter and re-emerges in spring.