When to plant strawberry in Canberra
Canberra sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Canberra's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the strawberry window:
Sow
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Transplant
March, November
Harvest
December – February, April – October
Cool temperate zone tip
Melbourne produces excellent strawberries. Plant in autumn for spring harvest, or spring for summer.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Canberra typically falls in December, with the first returning around March.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant strawberry in Canberra?
In Canberra (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings March, November. Harvest typically runs December – February, April – October.
Can you grow strawberry in Canberra?
Yes — strawberry grows well around Canberra when planted in its window. Melbourne produces excellent strawberries. Plant in autumn for spring harvest, or spring for summer.