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Seasonal guide
Ozeanien / Australien / South Australia

What to plant in South Australia in May

May in South Australia marks the transition into cooler autumn conditions, with average temperatures around 14.8°C and minimal rainfall. This climate is ideal for establishing hardy cool-season vegetables that thrive as the soil retains residual warmth before the onset of winter.

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Sowing

Recommended sowing

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  • Broad Beans

    Broad Beans

    Sow directly into well-drained soil.

  • Garlic

    Garlic

    Plant cloves pointy end up in fertile, weed-free soil.

  • Spinach

    Spinach

    Prefers cool temperatures to prevent bolting.

  • Carrots

    Carrots

    Ensure soil is loose and free of stones for straight roots.

  • Radish

    Radish

    Succession sow every two weeks.

  • Peas

    Peas

    Provide trellis support for climbing varieties.

  • Kale

    Kale

    Very tolerant of cooling autumn temperatures.

  • Onions

    Onions

    Keep beds free of weeds as they are poor competitors.

Seedlings

Seedlings

2 options
  • Broccoli

    Broccoli

    Firm soil around roots and mulch well.

  • Cauliflower

    Cauliflower

    Protect young seedlings from pests.

Tasks

Monthly tasks

Apply mulch to retain soil warmth and suppress winter weeds. Monitor for slug and snail activity as the weather cools and humidity increases. Prepare garden beds for winter by incorporating compost.