When to plant lilly pilly in Brisbane
Brisbane sits in Australia's sub-tropical zone. Computed from Brisbane's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the lilly pilly window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – May, September – November
Harvest
December – February, June – August
Sub-tropical zone tip
Ideal in Brisbane and the northern rivers. Spring or autumn planting establishes fast into a dense screen.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Brisbane typically falls in August, with the first returning around July.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant lilly pilly in Brisbane?
In Brisbane (sub-tropical zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.
Can you grow lilly pilly in Brisbane?
Yes — lilly pilly grows well around Brisbane when planted in its window. Ideal in Brisbane and the northern rivers. Spring or autumn planting establishes fast into a dense screen.