When to plant potato in Darwin
Honest answer: potato is a poor fit for Darwin. Potato can't handle the heat in your area — temperatures exceed 30°C for too much of the year. If you're set on trying, treat it as an experiment — a sheltered microclimate or pots you can move may stretch the rules.
Tropical zone tip
Potatoes are a dry-season crop in Darwin. Plant April to August.
Darwin is essentially frost-free, which gives potato plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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Can you grow potato in Darwin?
Darwin's tropical climate makes potato a poor fit: Potato can't handle the heat in your area — temperatures exceed 30°C for too much of the year.