Leafy greens
Collards
Outer leaves to pick while the growing tip keeps producing.
Sowing & planting windows in Australia
Planting timing varies by broad Australian gardening zone. Local weather, unusual seasons and your garden’s microclimate can shift timing.
Cool
Sow · Jan–Feb
Core months: January, February
Possible / shoulder months: March, April, August, September, October, November, December
Temperate
Sow · Mar
Core months: March
Possible / shoulder months: January, February, April, May, June, August, September, October, November, December
Subtropical
Sow · Mar–May
Core months: March, April, May
Possible / shoulder months: June, August
Tropical
Sow · Apr–Jul
Core months: April, May, June, July
Possible / shoulder months: August
Arid
Sow · Mar
Core months: March
Possible / shoulder months: February, April, May, June
Getting started
Sow directly where plants will grow; thin seedlings to the spacing needed at maturity.
The right conditions
Choose sun to light shade and fertile, free-draining soil; protect from harsh heat where appropriate.
As it grows
Water consistently while establishing, keep weeds down and provide support where the mature habit needs it. Watch for local pests and remove damaged growth.
Ready to harvest
Pick the oldest sound outer leaves first and leave the growing tip intact for repeat harvests.
Plant guidance: Desk-reviewed; not field-tested. Planting windows are a guide rather than a rule.