Perth, Western Australia
When to plant okra in Perth
Station data · 80% confidence warm seasontender to frost
- Direct sowmid AugustAug 15 – Sep 5 · 80% conf.
- Harvestearly OctoberOct 4 – Oct 19 · 72% conf.
- Start seeds indoorsearly JulyJul 4 – Jul 25 · 76% conf.
The growing window at a glance
Frost-free growing season · 343 daysFrost risk (before Aug 1 / after Jul 10)
Okra at a glance in Perth
- Needs soil above 20°C to germinate well.
- Days to maturity: 50–65 days.
- Climate zone: Mediterranean, hot summer (Csa).
Frost dates are probabilities, not guarantees. Your garden's microclimate — slopes, walls, urban heat, cold pockets — can shift these dates by a week or more. Use them as a confident starting point, then watch your local forecast.
Frequently asked
When can I sow okra outdoors in Perth?
Direct-sow around mid August (Aug 15–Sep 5) in Perth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When will okra be ready to harvest in Perth?
Expect to harvest from around early October (Oct 4–Oct 19) in Perth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 72%.
When should I start okra seeds indoors in Perth?
Start seeds indoors around early July (Jul 4–Jul 25) in Perth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
How long is the growing season in Perth?
Perth has roughly 343 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow okra to maturity outdoors.