When to plant makrut lime in Darwin
Darwin sits in Australia's tropical zone. Computed from Darwin's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the makrut lime window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – May, September – November
Harvest
December – February, June – August
Tropical zone tip
Ideal climate. Grows strongly in the ground and gives leaves all year. Plant spring to early autumn.
Darwin is essentially frost-free, which gives makrut lime plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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When can I plant makrut lime in Darwin?
In Darwin (tropical zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.
Can you grow makrut lime in Darwin?
Yes — makrut lime grows well around Darwin when planted in its window. Ideal climate. Grows strongly in the ground and gives leaves all year. Plant spring to early autumn.