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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

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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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.