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When to plant nasturtium in Canberra

Canberra sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the nasturtium window:

Sow

January – February

Transplant

Harvest

~2 months after sowing

Cool temperate zone tip

Melbourne nasturtiums wait until after the last frost. Plant September onward.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Canberra typically falls in December, with the first returning around March. Nasturtium is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant nasturtium in Canberra?

In Canberra (cool temperate zone), sow seed January – February. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.

Can you grow nasturtium in Canberra?

Yes — nasturtium grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. Melbourne nasturtiums wait until after the last frost. Plant September onward.