When to plant tomato in Sydney
Sydney sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Sydney's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the tomato window:
Sow
September – May
Transplant
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Harvest
June – August
Temperate zone tip
October is the sweet spot in Sydney, soil's warm, peak heat is still weeks away. A second autumn window (Feb–March) is worth trying.
Sydney is essentially frost-free, which gives tomato plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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Open your calendar →Frequently asked questions
When can I plant tomato in Sydney?
In Sydney (temperate zone), sow seed September – May. Harvest typically runs June – August.
Can you grow tomato in Sydney?
Yes — tomato grows well around Sydney when planted in its window. October is the sweet spot in Sydney, soil's warm, peak heat is still weeks away. A second autumn window (Feb–March) is worth trying.