What to Plant in January, Canberra & ACT

40 crops you can sow in January across Canberra & ACT.

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In Season This Month

All January Crops at a Glance

Plant	Category	Harvest	Spacing	Companions
Bay Laurel	Herb	365d	200cm	n/a
Beans (bush)	Fruiting	65d	20cm	Corn, Carrot, Cucumber
Beetroot	Root	65d	10cm	Lettuce, Onion, Brassicas
Broccoli	Brassica	90d	45cm	Beetroot, Onion, Celery
Broccoli Sprouts	Micro	7d	1cm	n/a
Broccolini	Brassica	70d	30cm	Beetroot, Onion, Celery
Brussels Sprouts	Brassica	120d	60cm	Beetroot, Onion
Cabbage	Brassica	90d	50cm	Beetroot, Onion, Dill
Carrot	Root	85d	5cm	Lettuce, Onion, Leek
Cauliflower	Brassica	100d	55cm	Beetroot, Celery, Onion
Chicory	Leafy	90d	30cm	Carrot, Beans
Chives	Herb	75d	15cm	Carrot, Tomato
Collards	Brassica	75d	45cm	Beetroot, Onion, Dill
Cowpeas (Southern Peas)	Fruiting	70d	15cm	Corn, Sorghum, Cucumber
Daikon	Root	60d	20cm	Carrot, Lettuce
Endive	Leafy	45d	25cm	Lettuce, Radish, Carrot
Florence Fennel	Fruiting	90d	25cm	Lettuce, Peas
Kale	Leafy	70d	40cm	Beetroot, Onion, Celery
Kohlrabi	Brassica	60d	20cm	Beetroot, Onion
Leek	Brassica	120d	15cm	Carrot, Celery
Lettuce	Leafy	55d	25cm	Carrot, Radish, Chives
Mustard Greens	Brassica	40d	25cm	Beetroot, Carrot
Oyster Mushroom	Mushroom	21d	0cm	n/a
Parsley	Herb	80d	20cm	Tomato, Carrot
Parsnip	Root	120d	10cm	Rosemary, Beans
Pea Shoots	Micro	12d	1cm	n/a
Pigface	Leafy	60d	40cm	n/a
Potato	Root	90d	30cm	Beans, Nasturtium, Marigold
Radicchio	Leafy	80d	30cm	Beans, Carrot, Lettuce
Radish	Root	30d	5cm	Lettuce, Carrot
Radish Sprouts	Micro	8d	1cm	n/a
Sea Celery	Herb	90d	30cm	Pigface, Samphire
Shiitake	Mushroom	60d	0cm	n/a
Silverbeet	Leafy	60d	30cm	Beans, Onion, Lettuce
Spring Onion	Root	60d	10cm	Carrot, Lettuce, Tomato
Sunflower Microgreens	Micro	10d	1cm	n/a
Swede	Root	90d	25cm	Peas, Lettuce, Onion
Turnip	Root	55d	15cm	Peas, Lettuce, Onion
Watercress	Leafy	40d	15cm	Mint, Lettuce
Wombok	Brassica	75d	45cm	Onion, Dill, Beetroot

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vegetables can I plant in January in Canberra?

January in Canberra is summer, so focus on crops suited to cool continental 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.

How do I keep my Canberra garden alive in the January heat?

Water deeply in the early morning before the heat sets in. Mulch beds 8 to 10 centimetres deep to retain moisture and cool the soil. Use shade cloth (30 to 50 percent) over leafy greens and lettuce. Prioritise heat-tolerant crops like sweet potato, okra, and beans.

How often should I water my vegetable garden in January in Canberra?

Watering frequency depends on your soil type and weather. In January in Canberra, 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.

When is the last frost in Canberra and how does that affect January planting?

Canberra's last frost typically falls in mid to late October, though frost can occur into November in some years. In January, plan your planting around this date. Frost-sensitive crops like tomatoes, basil, and beans should wait until frost risk has passed. Use frost cloth to protect early plantings.

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What to Plant in January, Canberra & ACT

In Season This Month

Brassica (10)

Root (9)

Leafy (8)

Herb (4)

Micro (4)

Fruiting (3)

Mushroom (2)