When to plant okra in Sydney
Sydney sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Sydney's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the okra window:
Sow
December – March
Transplant
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Harvest
April – May
Temperate zone tip
Plant October–December in Sydney, Perth, and Adelaide. A north-facing bed that collects heat is ideal.
Sydney is essentially frost-free, which gives okra plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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When can I plant okra in Sydney?
In Sydney (temperate zone), sow seed December – March. Harvest typically runs April – May.
Can you grow okra in Sydney?
Yes — okra grows well around Sydney when planted in its window. Plant October–December in Sydney, Perth, and Adelaide. A north-facing bed that collects heat is ideal.