What to Plant in February, Melbourne & Victoria

31 crops you can sow in February across Melbourne & Victoria.

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In Season This Month

All February Crops at a Glance

Plant	Category	Harvest	Spacing	Companions
Aloe Vera	Herb	365d	40cm	Succulents, Herbs
Beetroot	Root	65d	10cm	Lettuce, Onion, Brassicas
Bok Choy	Leafy	50d	20cm	Beetroot, Celery
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
Bunya Nut	Fruit	5110d	1500cm	Native plants
Cabbage	Brassica	90d	50cm	Beetroot, Onion, Dill
Cauliflower	Brassica	100d	55cm	Beetroot, Celery, Onion
Celeriac	Root	150d	30cm	Leek, Beans, Brassicas
Chicory	Leafy	90d	30cm	Carrot, Beans
Endive	Leafy	45d	25cm	Lettuce, Radish, Carrot
Florence Fennel	Fruiting	90d	25cm	Lettuce, Peas
Good King Henry	Leafy	90d	40cm	Fruit trees
Hamburg Parsley	Root	120d	15cm	Tomato, Asparagus
Loquat	Fruit	365d	400cm	Fruit trees
Midyim Berry	Fruit	365d	100cm	Native plants, Lemon myrtle
Oyster Mushroom	Mushroom	21d	0cm	n/a
Pea Shoots	Micro	12d	1cm	n/a
Radicchio	Leafy	80d	30cm	Beans, Carrot, Lettuce
Radish Sprouts	Micro	8d	1cm	n/a
Riberry	Fruit	730d	400cm	Native plants, Finger lime, Lemon myrtle
Salsify	Root	120d	15cm	Carrot, Lettuce, Onion
Scorzonera	Root	120d	15cm	Carrot, Onion
Shiitake	Mushroom	60d	0cm	n/a
Spring Onion	Root	60d	10cm	Carrot, Lettuce, Tomato
Sunflower Microgreens	Micro	10d	1cm	n/a
Swede	Root	90d	25cm	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 February in Melbourne?

February in Melbourne is summer, so focus on crops suited to cool temperate 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 Melbourne garden alive in the February 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 February in Melbourne?

Watering frequency depends on your soil type and weather. In February in Melbourne, 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 deal with Melbourne's unpredictable weather in February?

Melbourne is known for variable conditions. Keep shade cloth and frost cloth on hand so you can respond quickly to temperature swings. Succession planting every two to three weeks ensures you always have crops at different growth stages, reducing the risk of losing an entire planting to a sudden weather event.

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What to Plant in February, Melbourne & Victoria

In Season This Month

Root (7)

Leafy (6)

Brassica (6)

Fruit (4)

Micro (4)

Mushroom (2)

Fruiting (1)

Herb (1)