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