What to Plant in January, Melbourne & Victoria
11 crops you can sow in January across Melbourne & Victoria.
In Season This Month
Fruit (4)
Micro (4)
Mushroom (2)
Root (1)
All January Crops at a Glance
| Plant | Category | Harvest | Spacing | Companions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Broccoli Sprouts | Micro | 7d | 1cm | — |
 Bunya Nut | Fruit | 5475d | 1500cm | Native plants |
 Celeriac | Root | 150d | 30cm | Leek, Beans, Brassicas |
 Jaboticaba | Fruit | 2555d | 400cm | Tropical fruit trees |
 Loquat | Fruit | 1095d | 400cm | Fruit trees |
 Midyim Berry | Fruit | 365d | 100cm | Native plants, Lemon myrtle |
 Oyster Mushroom | Mushroom | 21d | — | — |
 Pea Shoots | Micro | 12d | 1cm | — |
 Radish Sprouts | Micro | 8d | 1cm | — |
 Shiitake | Mushroom | 60d | — | — |
 Sunflower Microgreens | Micro | 10d | 1cm | — |
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One-page A4 landscape PDF with every January crop for Melbourne & Victoria.
Download PDF →Frequently Asked Questions
What vegetables can I plant in January in Melbourne?
January 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 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 Melbourne?
Watering frequency depends on your soil type and weather. In January 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 January?
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.