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When to plant lemon tree in Brisbane

Brisbane sits in Australia's sub-tropical zone. Computed from Brisbane's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the lemon tree window:

Sow

Transplant

March – May, September – November

Harvest

December – February, June – August

Sub-tropical zone tip

SE QLD is prime citrus country. Plant Eureka or Lisbon in spring; in-ground trees crop heavily for decades.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Brisbane typically falls in August, with the first returning around July.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant lemon tree in Brisbane?

In Brisbane (sub-tropical zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.

Can you grow lemon tree in Brisbane?

Yes — lemon tree grows well around Brisbane when planted in its window. SE QLD is prime citrus country. Plant Eureka or Lisbon in spring; in-ground trees crop heavily for decades.