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Crop Planting Calendar

What to plant and when in the Atherton Tablelands and Mareeba Shire region

This Month: Apr

Plant Now (10)

BananaBanana
Tropical Fruits
Citrus (lemon/lime/orange)Citrus (lemon/lime/orange)
Tropical Fruits
TomatoTomato
Vegetables
Capsicum/ChilliCapsicum/Chilli
Vegetables
PumpkinPumpkin
Vegetables
BeansBeans
Vegetables
Lettuce/GreensLettuce/Greens
Vegetables
ZucchiniZucchini
Vegetables
SugarcaneSugarcane
Sugar & Grains
BasilBasil
Herbs & Specialty

Harvest Now (11)

AvocadoAvocado
Tropical Fruits
BananaBanana
Tropical Fruits
Papaya/PawpawPapaya/Pawpaw
Tropical Fruits
MacadamiaMacadamia
Tropical Fruits
Sweet PotatoSweet Potato
Vegetables
Corn/MaizeCorn/Maize
Vegetables
SorghumSorghum
Sugar & Grains
PeanutsPeanuts
Sugar & Grains
BasilBasil
Herbs & Specialty
VanillaVanilla
Herbs & Specialty
Tea TreeTea Tree
Herbs & Specialty

Climate Notes

Wet Season

Dec-Mar: High humidity, heavy rain. Some crops struggle.

Dry Season

Apr-Nov: Best time for vegetables and many crops.

Temperature

Summer: 25-32°C
Winter: 15-25°C
Frost rare (Jul-Aug, higher elevations)

Soil Types

Red volcanic (Atherton/Malanda), Alluvial (Mareeba plains)

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Important Disclaimer

Planting times are guides for the Atherton Tablelands / Mareeba region. Actual timing varies with elevation, microclimate, and soil conditions. Consult local nurseries for specific advice.