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When to plant lime tree in Adelaide

Adelaide sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Adelaide's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the lime tree window:

Sow

Transplant

March – April, October – November

Harvest

December – February, May, September

Temperate zone tip

Give limes the warmest, most sheltered sunny spot in Sydney, Adelaide, or Perth and protect young trees from cold snaps.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Adelaide typically falls in August, with the first returning around June. Lime Tree is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant lime tree in Adelaide?

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

Can you grow lime tree in Adelaide?

Yes — lime tree grows well around Adelaide when planted in its window. Give limes the warmest, most sheltered sunny spot in Sydney, Adelaide, or Perth and protect young trees from cold snaps.