What will you grow in your garden this Autumn? If you have no idea, here’s our guide to Autumn planting plus recipes for family meal inspiration:
Subtropical (includes Southeast Qld and Northern NSW):
Herbs – chervil, chicory, coriander, fennel, garlic bulbs, lavender, marjoram, oregano, parsley, rocket, sage, sorrel, rosemary, thyme, Winter tarragon and yarrow.
Fruit and vegetables – broad beans, broccoli, lettuce, onion, peas, radish, shallots, spinach, spring onion and turnip.
Wet & Dry Tropical (includes North Qld, NT and WA):
Herbs – basil, coriander, garlic, garlic chives, marjoram, oregano, parsley, thyme and Winter tarragon.
Fruit and vegetables – beans, beetroot, broccoli, cabbage, capsicum, carrot, cauliflower, celery, Chinese cabbage, cucumber, eggplant, lettuce, melons, mustard, okra, onion, parsnip, potato, pumpkin, radish, rosella, silver beet, squash, sweet corn, sweet potato, tomato and zucchini.
Dry Inland (includes Arid or Outback Areas):
Herbs – chervil, chives, chicory, coriander, dill, fennel, garlic bulbs, lavender, marjoram, mint, oregano, parsley, sage, sorrel, rosemary, thyme, Winter tarragon and yarrow.
Fruit and vegetables – broad beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, lettuce, onion, peas, radish, shallots, spinach, spring onion, tomato and turnip.
Temperate Areas (includes Sydney, coastal NSW and Victoria):
Herbs – coriander, garlic bulbs, marjoram, oregano, parsley, theme and Winter tarragon.
Fruit and vegetables – broad beans, English spinach, green beans and peas.
Cool & Southern Tablelands (includes Melbourne, Tasmania and cool Highlands):
Herbs – chives, coriander, garlic, lemongrass, marjoram, mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, shallots, tarragon and thyme.
Fruit and vegetables – broad beans, beetroot, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, Chinese broccoli, Chinese cabbage, English spinach, leek, lettuce, onion, parsnip, potatoes, silver beet, swede and turnip.
Mediterranean (includes Adelaide and Perth):
Herbs – chives, coriander, marjoram, oregano, mustard and parsley.
Fruit and vegetables – citrus, avocado and olive trees, broccoli, cabbage, broad beans, cauliflower, celery, English spinach, silver beet, lettuce and peas.
