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When to plant lemon balm in Hobart

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

Sow

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 Hobart typically falls in October, with the first returning around April.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant lemon balm in Hobart?

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

Can you grow lemon balm in Hobart?

Yes — lemon balm grows well around Hobart when planted in its window. Melbourne lemon balm dies back in winter and re-emerges in spring.