Perth, Western Australia
When to plant turnip in Perth
Station data · 80% confidence cool seasonhardy to frost
- Direct sowmid JulyJul 11 – Aug 1 · 80% conf.
- Harvestmid AugustAug 20 – Sep 4 · 72% conf.
The growing window at a glance
Frost-free growing season · 343 daysFrost risk (before Aug 1 / after Jul 10)
Turnip at a glance in Perth
- Needs soil above 5°C to germinate well.
- Days to maturity: 40–55 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 turnip outdoors in Perth?
Direct-sow around mid July (Jul 11–Aug 1) in Perth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When will turnip be ready to harvest in Perth?
Expect to harvest from around mid August (Aug 20–Sep 4) in Perth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 72%.
How long is the growing season in Perth?
Perth has roughly 343 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow turnip to maturity outdoors.