What to Plant in January, Tasmania
34 crops you can sow in January across Tasmania.
In Season This Month
Herb (7)
Leafy (7)
Fruit (6)
Fruiting (5)
Micro (4)
Mushroom (2)
Root (2)
Flower (1)
All January 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 | — |
 Bunya Nut | Fruit | 5475d | 1500cm | Native plants |
 Celeriac | Root | 150d | 30cm | Leek, Beans, Brassicas |
 Chicory | Leafy | 90d | 30cm | Carrot, Beans |
 Chives | Herb | 75d | 15cm | Carrot, Tomato |
 Cucumber | Fruiting | 60d | 50cm | Beans, Corn, Nasturtium |
 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 |
 Midyim Berry | Fruit | 365d | 100cm | Native plants, Lemon myrtle |
 Oyster Mushroom | Mushroom | 21d | — | — |
 Parsley | Herb | 80d | 20cm | Tomato, Carrot |
 Passionfruit | Fruit | 400d | 200cm | — |
 Pea Shoots | Micro | 12d | 1cm | — |
 Pigface | Leafy | 60d | 40cm | — |
 Radicchio | Leafy | 80d | 30cm | Beans, Carrot, Lettuce |
 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 |
 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 January in Hobart?
January 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 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 Hobart?
Watering frequency depends on your soil type and weather. In January 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 January?
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.