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When to plant lilly pilly in Perth

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

Sow

Transplant

March – May, October – November

Harvest

December – February, June – September

Temperate zone tip

Excellent in Sydney, Perth and Adelaide. Choose a psyllid-resistant cultivar for the cleanest foliage.

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

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant lilly pilly in Perth?

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

Can you grow lilly pilly in Perth?

Yes — lilly pilly grows well around Perth when planted in its window. Excellent in Sydney, Perth and Adelaide. Choose a psyllid-resistant cultivar for the cleanest foliage.