When to plant lime tree in Melbourne
Melbourne sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Melbourne's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the lime tree window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – April, October – November
Harvest
December – February
Cool temperate zone tip
Grow limes in a moveable pot in Melbourne and shelter them through winter, frost is the limiting factor.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Melbourne typically falls in September, with the first returning around May. Lime Tree is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant lime tree in Melbourne?
In Melbourne (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – April, October – November. Harvest typically runs December – February.
Can you grow lime tree in Melbourne?
Yes — lime tree grows well around Melbourne when planted in its window. Grow limes in a moveable pot in Melbourne and shelter them through winter, frost is the limiting factor.