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When to plant rosella in Sydney

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

Sow

December – March

Transplant

Harvest

June – September

Temperate zone tip

Sow early (around October) in a warm spot in Sydney, Perth or Adelaide to get the long season it needs.

Sydney is essentially frost-free, which gives rosella plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant rosella in Sydney?

In Sydney (temperate zone), sow seed December – March. Harvest typically runs June – September.

Can you grow rosella in Sydney?

Yes — rosella grows well around Sydney when planted in its window. Sow early (around October) in a warm spot in Sydney, Perth or Adelaide to get the long season it needs.