When to plant lemon myrtle in Perth
Perth sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Perth's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the lemon myrtle window:
Sow
—
Transplant
March – April, October – November
Harvest
December – February
Temperate zone tip
Plant spring in a warm, sheltered spot in Sydney, Perth or Adelaide. Protect the first couple of winters.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Perth typically falls in September, with the first returning around May. Lemon Myrtle is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.
Gardening near Perth?
This calendar uses Perth's average climate. Get the interactive version tuned to your exact suburb — free, no account needed.
Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant lemon myrtle in Perth?
In Perth (temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – April, October – November. Harvest typically runs December – February.
Can you grow lemon myrtle in Perth?
Yes — lemon myrtle grows well around Perth when planted in its window. Plant spring in a warm, sheltered spot in Sydney, Perth or Adelaide. Protect the first couple of winters.