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When to plant tomato in Darwin

Darwin sits in Australia's tropical zone. Computed from Darwin's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the tomato window:

Sow

All year

Transplant

Harvest

~3 months after sowing

Tropical zone tip

In Darwin, treat tomatoes as a dry-season crop only. Plant April or May for harvest through winter. Cherry varieties cope with the climate far better than large slicers.

Darwin is essentially frost-free, which gives tomato plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant tomato in Darwin?

In Darwin (tropical zone), sow seed All year. Expect to harvest roughly 3 months after sowing.

Can you grow tomato in Darwin?

Yes — tomato grows well around Darwin when planted in its window. In Darwin, treat tomatoes as a dry-season crop only. Plant April or May for harvest through winter. Cherry varieties cope with the climate far better than large slicers.