What to Plant in November, Adelaide & SA
44 crops you can sow in November across Adelaide & SA.
In Season This Month
Fruiting (11)
Herb (11)
Bay Laurel
Chives
Curry Leaf
Lemon Myrtle
Lemon Verbena
Lemongrass
Parsley
Stevia
Summer Savory
Vietnamese Coriander
Vietnamese MintFruit (9)
Micro (4)
Flower (3)
Leafy (3)
Mushroom (2)
Root (1)
All November Crops at a Glance
| Plant | Category | Harvest | Spacing | Companions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Laurel | Herb | 365d | 200cm | — |
 Broccoli Sprouts | Micro | 7d | 1cm | — |
 Cape Gooseberry | Fruit | 90d | 60cm | Tomato, Basil |
| Chives | Herb | 75d | 15cm | Carrot, Tomato |
 Choko | Fruiting | 120d | 200cm | — |
 Comfrey | Flower | 60d | 60cm | Tomato, Potato, Fruit trees |
| Curry Leaf | Herb | 365d | 200cm | — |
 Dragon Fruit | Fruit | 540d | 200cm | — |
 Guava | Fruit | 540d | 400cm | — |
 Hibiscus | Flower | 120d | 150cm | Tropical plants |
 Jaboticaba | Fruit | 2555d | 400cm | Tropical fruit trees |
 Lablab | Fruiting | 70d | 30cm | Corn, Sunflower |
| Lemon Myrtle | Herb | 365d | 300cm | Native plants, Finger lime |
| Lemon Verbena | Herb | 90d | 100cm | Tomato, Beans |
| Lemongrass | Herb | 180d | 80cm | — |
 Loquat | Fruit | 1095d | 400cm | Fruit trees |
 Luffa | Fruiting | 120d | 150cm | Beans, Corn |
 Mandarin | Fruit | 1095d | 400cm | Nasturtium, Marigold |
 Midyim Berry | Fruit | 365d | 100cm | Native plants, Lemon myrtle |
 Okra | Fruiting | 75d | 40cm | Basil, Capsicum |
 Oyster Mushroom | Mushroom | 21d | — | — |
| Parsley | Herb | 80d | 20cm | Tomato, Carrot |
 Passionfruit | Fruit | 400d | 200cm | — |
 Pea Shoots | Micro | 12d | 1cm | — |
 Pepino | Fruit | 120d | 60cm | Tomato, Capsicum |
 Pigface | Leafy | 60d | 40cm | — |
 Popcorn | Fruiting | 120d | 30cm | Beans, Pumpkin, Lettuce |
 Quinoa | Fruiting | 120d | 30cm | Corn, Beans |
 Radish Sprouts | Micro | 8d | 1cm | — |
 Rockmelon | Fruiting | 85d | 100cm | Corn, Nasturtium |
 Shiitake | Mushroom | 60d | — | — |
 Silverbeet | Leafy | 60d | 30cm | Beans, Onion, Lettuce |
 Snake Beans | Fruiting | 55d | 20cm | Carrot, Corn |
 Sorghum | Fruiting | 120d | 15cm | Cowpea, Beans |
| Stevia | Herb | 90d | 30cm | Herbs |
| Summer Savory | Herb | 60d | 20cm | Beans, Onion |
 Sunflower | Flower | 80d | 50cm | Cucumber, Corn, Tomato |
 Sunflower Microgreens | Micro | 10d | 1cm | — |
 Sweet Potato | Root | 150d | 50cm | Beans, Corn, Marigold |
| Vietnamese Coriander | Herb | 40d | 30cm | Chilli, Eggplant |
| Vietnamese Mint | Herb | 60d | 30cm | — |
 Warrigal Greens | Leafy | 60d | 60cm | — |
 Watermelon | Fruiting | 90d | 150cm | Corn, Nasturtium |
 Winged Beans | Fruiting | 65d | 30cm | Corn, Sweet potato, Basil |
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Download PDF →Frequently Asked Questions
What vegetables can I plant in November in Adelaide?
November in Adelaide is spring, so focus on crops suited to Mediterranean conditions at this time of year. Check the full planting list above for every vegetable, herb, and fruit you can sow or transplant this month, with spacing and harvest timing included.
When should I start planting spring crops in Adelaide?
November is a great time to get spring crops in the ground in Adelaide. Warm-season seedlings like tomato, capsicum, chilli, eggplant, and zucchini can go in once the risk of frost has passed. Check your last frost date and soil temperature before planting heat-lovers.
How often should I water my vegetable garden in November in Adelaide?
Watering frequency depends on your soil type and weather. In November in Adelaide, check the soil moisture by pushing your finger 5 centimetres into the soil. If it feels dry, water deeply. Mulch reduces watering needs significantly. Most vegetable gardens need deep watering two to three times per week rather than light daily sprinkles.
How do I manage water restrictions when gardening in Adelaide in November?
Adelaide's water restrictions vary by season. Use drip irrigation and soaker hoses to water efficiently. Mulch beds heavily with straw or lucerne to reduce evaporation. Consider installing a rainwater tank and using greywater on ornamentals. Wicking beds are excellent for growing vegetables with minimal water.