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When to plant mountain pepper in Brisbane

Brisbane sits in Australia's sub-tropical zone. Computed from Brisbane's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the mountain pepper window:

Sow

Transplant

March – May, September – November

Harvest

February, June – August, December

Sub-tropical zone tip

Not recommended in Brisbane. The climate is too warm for it to thrive.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Brisbane typically falls in August, with the first returning around July.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant mountain pepper in Brisbane?

In Brisbane (sub-tropical zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs February, June – August, December.

Can you grow mountain pepper in Brisbane?

Yes — mountain pepper grows well around Brisbane when planted in its window. Not recommended in Brisbane. The climate is too warm for it to thrive.