Hit the ground running in Spring by sowing seeds now in August!
Here in Perth, we experience a Mediterranean climate with cool, rainy Winters and hot, dry Summers. The Perth area is often grouped into a Warm Temperate climate, which is very similar but typically features higher Summer rainfall.
The following August planting guide is for the Perth area. If you are from another region, you can easily find other resources online such as the Gardenate app or The Diggers Club planting guide.
Seeds to Sow in Seedling Flats Now
If you've never used a seedling flat before, read this guide on how to sow seeds using a seedling flat. They are an easy way to germinate the exact amount of plants that you plan to eat over a season. They are also a great tool for succession planting.
| Basil | 10-12 weeks until harvest |
| Beetroot | 10-12 weeks until harvest Harvest salad leaves as bulb grows |
| Broccoli | 10-16 weeks until harvest |
| Cabbage | 11-15 weeks until harvest |
| Capsicum | 12-16 weeks until harvest |
| Cauliflower | 15-22 weeks until harvest |
| Chilli | 12-16 weeks until harvest |
| Chervil | 8 weeks until harvest Don't sow too deep - need light to germinate |
| Chicory | 4-6 weeks until harvest |
| Coriander | 4-6 weeks until harvest |
| Eggplant | 12-15 weeks until harvest |
| Endive | 10-11 weeks until harvest |
| Leeks | 15-18 weeks until harvest |
| Lettuce | 6-12 weeks until harvest |
| Mint | 12-16 weeks until harvest |
| Parsley | 4-6 weeks until harvest |
| Rocket | 3-5 weeks until harvest |
| Salad Burnet | 6-8 weeks until harvest |
| Silverbeet | 6-8 weeks until harvest |
| Spinach | 8-10 weeks until harvest |
| Strawberries | (From seed) At least 52 week until harvest |
| Thyme | 16-18 weeks until harvest |
| Tomato | 10-17 weeks until harvest |
| Watermelon | 12-17 weeks until harvest |
Seeds to Sow in the Garden Now
| Artichoke (globe) | 26 weeks until harvest |
| Asparagus | 2 years until harvest from crowns or 3 years from seed |
| Beans (dwarf, runner) | 8-12 weeks until harvest Sow direct to garden or in deep biodegradable pots |
| Beetroot |
10-12 weeks until harvest Harvest salad leaves as bulb grows |
| Carrot | 12-16 weeks until harvest Don't sow too deep - need light to germinate |
| Chives | 10-14 weeks until harvest |
| Cucumber | 8-12 weeks until harvest Sow direct to garden or in deep biodegradable pots |
| Fennel | 14-15 weeks until harvest |
| Onion (brown) | Need cool conditions early on, then warm and dry |
| Parsnip | 9-19 weeks until harvest |
| Peas | 9-16 weeks until harvest, frequently pick to increase pods Sow direct to garden or in deep biodegradable pots |
| Potato | Learn how to grow potatoes here |
| Radish | 5-7 weeks until harvest |
| Salsify | 14-21 weeks until harvest |
| Snow peas |
12-14 weeks until harvest, frequently pick to increase yield Sow direct to garden or in deep biodegradable pots |
| Spring onions | 8-12 weeks until harvest Grow from seed or from propagated base cutting |
| Squash | 7-8 weeks until harvest |
| Sunflower | 10-11 weeks until harvest |
| Zucchini | 8-14 weeks until harvest Sow direct to garden or in deep biodegradable pots |
Seedlings to Plant Out Now
| Broccoli |
| Cabbage |
| Capsicum |
| Cauliflower |
| Chervil |
| Chicory |
| Chives |
| Kale |
| Lettuce |
| Onion (brown) |
| Parsley |
| Silverbeet |
| Sweet potato |
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