When to plant thyme in Adelaide
Adelaide sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Adelaide's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the thyme window:
Sow
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Transplant
March – April, October – November
Harvest
December – February, May – September
Temperate zone tip
Sydney and Perth thyme thrives. Plant once and harvest for years.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Adelaide typically falls in August, with the first returning around June.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant thyme in Adelaide?
In Adelaide (temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – April, October – November. Harvest typically runs December – February, May – September.
Can you grow thyme in Adelaide?
Yes — thyme grows well around Adelaide when planted in its window. Sydney and Perth thyme thrives. Plant once and harvest for years.