When to plant native violet in Melbourne
Melbourne sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Melbourne's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the native violet window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – May, September – November
Harvest
December – February, June – August
Cool temperate zone tip
Very well suited to Melbourne. Spreads happily through shaded, damp corners of the garden.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Melbourne typically falls in September, with the first returning around May.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant native violet in Melbourne?
In Melbourne (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – May, September – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, June – August.
Can you grow native violet in Melbourne?
Yes — native violet grows well around Melbourne when planted in its window. Very well suited to Melbourne. Spreads happily through shaded, damp corners of the garden.