When to plant sunflower in Darwin
Darwin sits in Australia's tropical zone. Computed from Darwin's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the sunflower window:
Sow
All year
Transplant
—
Harvest
~3 months after sowing
Tropical zone tip
Plant sunflowers in Darwin's dry season, April to August.
Darwin is essentially frost-free, which gives sunflower plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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When can I plant sunflower in Darwin?
In Darwin (tropical zone), sow seed All year. Expect to harvest roughly 3 months after sowing.
Can you grow sunflower in Darwin?
Yes — sunflower grows well around Darwin when planted in its window. Plant sunflowers in Darwin's dry season, April to August.