What to Plant in April, Darwin & Top End
33 crops you can sow in April across Darwin & Top End.
In Season This Month
Herb (7)
Root (6)
Fruiting (5)
Flower (4)
Micro (4)
Leafy (3)
Fruit (2)
Mushroom (2)
All April Crops at a Glance
| Plant | Category | Harvest | Spacing | Companions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bay Laurel | Herb | 365d | 200cm | — |
 Beans (bush) | Fruiting | 65d | 20cm | Corn, Carrot, Cucumber |
 Broccoli Sprouts | Micro | 7d | 1cm | — |
 Chives | Herb | 75d | 15cm | Carrot, Tomato |
 Cornflower | Flower | 70d | 20cm | Wildflowers, Grains |
 Cucumber | Fruiting | 60d | 50cm | Beans, Corn, Nasturtium |
 Garlic | Root | 210d | 15cm | Beetroot, Lettuce, Strawberry |
 Hamburg Parsley | Root | 120d | 15cm | Tomato, Asparagus |
 Hibiscus | Flower | 120d | 150cm | Tropical plants |
 Jerusalem Artichoke | Root | 150d | 40cm | Corn, Beans, Sunflower |
 Komatsuna | Leafy | 35d | 20cm | Lettuce, Beans |
 Lablab | Fruiting | 70d | 30cm | Corn, Sunflower |
 Lemon Balm | Herb | 60d | 30cm | Tomato, Brassicas, Fruit trees |
 Lemon Verbena | Herb | 90d | 100cm | Tomato, Beans |
 Mibuna | Leafy | 35d | 15cm | Lettuce, Radish |
 Native Violet | Flower | 90d | 20cm | Native plants, Ferns |
 Onion | Root | 180d | 10cm | Carrot, Beetroot, Lettuce |
 Oyster Mushroom | Mushroom | 21d | — | — |
 Parsley | Herb | 80d | 20cm | Tomato, Carrot |
 Parsnip | Root | 120d | 10cm | Rosemary, Beans |
 Passionfruit | Fruit | 400d | 200cm | — |
 Pea Shoots | Micro | 12d | 1cm | — |
 Quandong | Fruit | 1460d | 500cm | Native plants, Host tree (semi-parasitic) |
 Radish Sprouts | Micro | 8d | 1cm | — |
 Scorzonera | Root | 120d | 15cm | Carrot, Onion |
 Sea Celery | Herb | 90d | 30cm | Pigface, Samphire |
 Shiitake | Mushroom | 60d | — | — |
 Sunflower Microgreens | Micro | 10d | 1cm | — |
 Tomato | Fruiting | 85d | 60cm | Basil, Carrot, Marigold |
 Vietnamese Mint | Herb | 60d | 30cm | — |
 Viola | Flower | 70d | 15cm | Lettuce, Strawberry |
 Water Morning Glory | Leafy | 30d | 20cm | Kangkong, Taro |
 Zucchini | Fruiting | 60d | 80cm | Nasturtium, Corn, Beans |
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One-page A4 landscape PDF with every April crop for Darwin & Top End.
Download PDF →Frequently Asked Questions
What vegetables can I plant in April in Darwin?
April in Darwin is dry season, so focus on crops suited to tropical 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.
What should I plant in my Darwin garden as the weather cools in April?
As Darwin transitions into cooler weather, switch from summer crops to cool-season varieties. Sow broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, beetroot, carrot, lettuce, peas, and Asian greens. Clear spent summer plants and add compost before replanting.
How often should I water my vegetable garden in April in Darwin?
Watering frequency depends on your soil type and weather. In April in Darwin, 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.
What pests should I watch for in my Darwin garden in April?
Darwin's tropical climate supports year-round pest pressure. Watch for fruit fly, whitefly, aphids, and caterpillars. Use fine mesh netting over fruiting crops to exclude fruit fly. Encourage beneficial insects by planting companion flowers. Neem oil and pyrethrum sprays help manage soft-bodied pests. Check plants daily in the warm months.