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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

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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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.