When to plant shiso in Sydney
Sydney sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Sydney's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the shiso window:
Sow
October – April
Transplant
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Harvest
May – June
Temperate zone tip
An easy herb in Sydney, Perth and Adelaide. Sow September onwards and take two or three successive sowings.
Sydney is essentially frost-free, which gives shiso plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant shiso in Sydney?
In Sydney (temperate zone), sow seed October – April. Harvest typically runs May – June.
Can you grow shiso in Sydney?
Yes — shiso grows well around Sydney when planted in its window. An easy herb in Sydney, Perth and Adelaide. Sow September onwards and take two or three successive sowings.