When to plant mint in Adelaide
Adelaide sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Adelaide's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the mint window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – May, September – November
Harvest
December – February, June – August
Temperate zone tip
Sydney mint grows September to May. Always grow in pots, runners spread aggressively in garden beds.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Adelaide typically falls in August, with the first returning around June.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant mint in Adelaide?
In Adelaide (temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.
Can you grow mint in Adelaide?
Yes — mint grows well around Adelaide when planted in its window. Sydney mint grows September to May. Always grow in pots, runners spread aggressively in garden beds.