What to Plant in December, Tasmania
39 crops you can sow in December across Tasmania.
In Season This Month
Fruiting (13)
Capsicum
Chilli
Cucumber
Eggplant
Luffa
Okra
Popcorn
Pumpkin
Quinoa
Snake Beans
Sweet Corn
Winged Beans
ZucchiniHerb (8)
Fruit (5)
Leafy (5)
Micro (4)
Mushroom (2)
Flower (1)
Root (1)
All December Crops at a Glance
| Plant | Category | Harvest | Spacing | Companions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Amaranth | Leafy | 30d | 30cm | Corn, Onion |
 Bay Laurel | Herb | 365d | 200cm | — |
 Broccoli Sprouts | Micro | 7d | 1cm | — |
| Capsicum | Fruiting | 100d | 45cm | Basil, Tomato, Carrot |
| Chilli | Fruiting | 90d | 45cm | Basil, Tomato, Carrot |
 Chives | Herb | 75d | 15cm | Carrot, Tomato |
| Cucumber | Fruiting | 60d | 50cm | Beans, Corn, Nasturtium |
| Eggplant | Fruiting | 100d | 60cm | Beans, Marigold, Thyme |
 Jaboticaba | Fruit | 2555d | 400cm | Tropical fruit trees |
 Lemon Verbena | Herb | 90d | 100cm | Tomato, Beans |
 Lemongrass | Herb | 180d | 80cm | — |
 Lettuce | Leafy | 55d | 25cm | Carrot, Radish, Chives |
 Loquat | Fruit | 1095d | 400cm | Fruit trees |
| Luffa | Fruiting | 120d | 150cm | Beans, Corn |
 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 | — |
 Pigface | Leafy | 60d | 40cm | — |
| Popcorn | Fruiting | 120d | 30cm | Beans, Pumpkin, Lettuce |
| Pumpkin | Fruiting | 120d | 150cm | Corn, Beans, Nasturtium |
| Quinoa | Fruiting | 120d | 30cm | Corn, Beans |
 Radish Sprouts | Micro | 8d | 1cm | — |
 Shiitake | Mushroom | 60d | — | — |
 Shiso (Perilla) | Herb | 50d | 30cm | Eggplant, Tomato |
 Silverbeet | Leafy | 60d | 30cm | Beans, Onion, Lettuce |
| Snake Beans | Fruiting | 55d | 20cm | Carrot, Corn |
 Stevia | Herb | 90d | 30cm | Herbs |
 Sunflower | Flower | 80d | 50cm | Cucumber, Corn, Tomato |
 Sunflower Microgreens | Micro | 10d | 1cm | — |
| Sweet Corn | Fruiting | 90d | 30cm | Beans, Pumpkin, Zucchini |
 Sweet Potato | Root | 150d | 50cm | Beans, Corn, Marigold |
 Tamarillo | Fruit | 540d | 300cm | — |
 Vietnamese Mint | Herb | 60d | 30cm | — |
 Warrigal Greens | Leafy | 60d | 60cm | — |
| Winged Beans | Fruiting | 65d | 30cm | Corn, Sweet potato, Basil |
| Zucchini | Fruiting | 60d | 80cm | Nasturtium, Corn, Beans |
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Download PDF →Frequently Asked Questions
What vegetables can I plant in December in Hobart?
December in Hobart is summer, so focus on crops suited to cool maritime 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 Hobart garden alive in the December 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 December in Hobart?
Watering frequency depends on your soil type and weather. In December in Hobart, 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.
Can I grow subtropical plants in Hobart in December?
Hobart's cool maritime climate limits subtropical crops, but you can grow them in protected microclimates, greenhouses, or against north-facing walls. Focus on crops that suit cool climates: brassicas, root vegetables, leafy greens, peas, beans, and cool-climate fruits like berries, apples, and stone fruit.