When to plant lemon myrtle in Sydney
Sydney sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Sydney's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the lemon myrtle window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – May, September – November
Harvest
December – February, June – August
Temperate zone tip
Plant spring in a warm, sheltered spot in Sydney, Perth or Adelaide. Protect the first couple of winters.
Sydney is essentially frost-free, which gives lemon myrtle plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant lemon myrtle in Sydney?
In Sydney (temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.
Can you grow lemon myrtle in Sydney?
Yes — lemon myrtle grows well around Sydney when planted in its window. Plant spring in a warm, sheltered spot in Sydney, Perth or Adelaide. Protect the first couple of winters.