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When to plant lemon tree in Adelaide

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

Sow

Transplant

March – May, September – November

Harvest

December – February, June – August

Temperate zone tip

Sydney, Adelaide, and especially Perth grow superb lemons. Full sun, free drainage, and twice-yearly citrus feeding 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 lemon tree in Adelaide?

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

Can you grow lemon tree in Adelaide?

Yes — lemon tree grows well around Adelaide when planted in its window. Sydney, Adelaide, and especially Perth grow superb lemons. Full sun, free drainage, and twice-yearly citrus feeding are the keys.