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When to plant lilly pilly in Melbourne

Melbourne sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Melbourne's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the lilly pilly window:

Sow

Transplant

March – April, November

Harvest

December – February, May – October

Cool temperate zone tip

Grows well in Melbourne. Plant in spring and shelter young plants from the hardest frosts.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Melbourne typically falls in September, with the first returning around May.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant lilly pilly in Melbourne?

In Melbourne (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – April, November. Harvest typically runs December – February, May – October.

Can you grow lilly pilly in Melbourne?

Yes — lilly pilly grows well around Melbourne when planted in its window. Grows well in Melbourne. Plant in spring and shelter young plants from the hardest frosts.