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
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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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Open your calendar →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.