Planting calendar for Pretoria, ZA

🇿🇦 Pretoria, ZA

Planting guide for 207 crops · Subtropical highland climate

USDA Zone 7 280 frost-free days Köppen Cwb

USDA Zone

7

Frost-Free

280days

Winter Low

3°C

❄️

Summer High

28°C

🌡️

Rainfall

674mm

💧

Climate

Cwb

Subtropical highland

Quick Answer: When to Plant in Pretoria

The best time to plant in Pretoria is during the spring through fall months. The growing season lasts 280 frost-free days with temperatures ranging from 3°C in winter to 28°C in summer. Pretoria is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7 with a Subtropical highland climate (Cwb), and 207 out of 207 crops can be grown here.

Growing Guide for Pretoria

Pretoria, ZA sits in USDA Hardiness Zone 7 with a Subtropical highland climate (Köppen Cwb). The growing season spans approximately 280 frost-free days, with winter temperatures dropping to 3°C and summer highs reaching 28°C. Annual rainfall averages 674mm.

Pretoria's 280-day growing season provides ample time for most warm-season crops. Start seeds indoors in late winter and transplant after the last frost for maximum production. Out of $207 crops in our database, 207 can be successfully grown in Pretoria. The easiest crops to start with are Lettuce, Mint, Radish.

What grows best in Pretoria?

The best plants for Pretoria include Lettuce, Mint, Radish, Arugula, Swiss Chard. These are rated "easy" for this climate zone and have the longest planting windows.

Can I grow vegetables in Pretoria in winter?

Winter growing in Pretoria is limited due to frost. However, frost-tolerant crops like kale, spinach, and garlic can often be planted in fall for early spring harvest. Use cold frames or row covers to extend the season.

Expert Tips for Growing in Pretoria

✓ Start Lettuce in Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug. Lettuce tolerates frost, so you can plant early.
✓ Start Mint in Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug. Mint tolerates frost, so you can plant early.
✓ Start Radish in Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug. Radish tolerates frost, so you can plant early.
✓ Start Arugula in Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug. Arugula tolerates frost, so you can plant early.
✓ Start Swiss Chard in Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug. Swiss Chard tolerates frost, so you can plant early.

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Best Plants for Pretoria

Easiest plants with the longest growing windows in your climate

Lettuce

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

30-60 days to harvest

Mint

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

60-90 days to harvest

Radish

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

22-30 days to harvest

Arugula

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

21-40 days to harvest

Swiss Chard

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

50-60 days to harvest

Planting Calendar

Green cells show recommended planting months for each crop in Pretoria

Plant Wait E Easy M Medium H Hard

Easy (26) Great for beginners

Plant	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Basil								✓	✓	✓	✓
Lettuce				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Mint				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Green Bean								✓	✓	✓	✓
Sunflower								✓	✓	✓	✓
Radish				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Arugula				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Swiss Chard				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Green Onion				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Marigold								✓	✓	✓	✓
Zinnia								✓	✓	✓	✓
Pansy				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cosmos								✓	✓	✓	✓
Aloe Vera								✓	✓	✓	✓
Chive				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Calendula				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Catnip				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Clover				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cress				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Dandelion				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Nasturtium								✓	✓	✓	✓
Yarrow				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Borage				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Mizuna				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tatsoi				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Buckwheat								✓	✓	✓	✓

Medium (160) Some experience helpful

Plant	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Tomato								✓	✓	✓	✓
Carrot				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Pepper								✓	✓	✓	✓
Cucumber								✓	✓	✓	✓
Zucchini								✓	✓	✓	✓
Spinach				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Kale				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rosemary				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cilantro				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Pea				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Potato								✓	✓	✓	✓
Onion				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Strawberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Lavender				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Chili Pepper								✓	✓	✓	✓
Sweet Potato								✓	✓	✓	✓
Thyme				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Parsley				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Broccoli				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Bok Choy				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Beet				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Brussels Sprouts				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cabbage				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Collard Greens				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Dill				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Fennel								✓	✓	✓	✓
Ginger								✓	✓	✓	✓
Jalapeno								✓	✓	✓	✓
Kohlrabi				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Leek				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Lemongrass								✓	✓	✓	✓
Cantaloupe								✓	✓	✓	✓
Mustard Greens				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Okra								✓	✓	✓	✓
Oregano				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Parsnip				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Pumpkin								✓	✓	✓	✓
Sage				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Shallot				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Snap Pea				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Butternut Squash								✓	✓	✓	✓
Acorn Squash								✓	✓	✓	✓
Tomatillo								✓	✓	✓	✓
Turnip				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Watercress				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Blackberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Blueberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Raspberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Fig				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Grape				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Lemon								✓	✓	✓	✓
Lime								✓	✓	✓	✓
Papaya								✓	✓	✓	✓
Passion Fruit								✓	✓	✓	✓
Pineapple								✓	✓	✓	✓
Banana								✓	✓	✓	✓
Turmeric								✓	✓	✓	✓
Chamomile				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Dahlia								✓	✓	✓	✓
Petunia								✓	✓	✓	✓
Snapdragon				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Sweet Pea Flower				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Morning Glory								✓	✓	✓	✓
Chrysanthemum				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rose				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Jasmine								✓	✓	✓	✓
Hibiscus								✓	✓	✓	✓
Bamboo				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Lemon Balm				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Stevia								✓	✓	✓	✓
Tarragon				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Amaranth								✓	✓	✓	✓
Anise								✓	✓	✓	✓
Bay Laurel				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Black-Eyed Pea								✓	✓	✓	✓
Boysenberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Broccolini				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cayenne Pepper								✓	✓	✓	✓
Chickpea								✓	✓	✓	✓
Chicory				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Chinese Cabbage				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Coffee Plant								✓	✓	✓	✓
Comfrey				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Curry Leaf								✓	✓	✓	✓
Dragon Fruit								✓	✓	✓	✓
Edamame								✓	✓	✓	✓
Elderberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Endive				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Fenugreek								✓	✓	✓	✓
Foxglove				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Freesia								✓	✓	✓	✓
Goji Berry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Gooseberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Habanero								✓	✓	✓	✓
Hops				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Horseradish				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Hyssop				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Jicama								✓	✓	✓	✓
Kiwi				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Kumquat				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Lentil								✓	✓	✓	✓
Lilac				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Luffa								✓	✓	✓	✓
Lupine				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Marjoram								✓	✓	✓	✓
Millet								✓	✓	✓	✓
Moringa								✓	✓	✓	✓
Mulberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Nectarine				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Nigella				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Olive				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Peach				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Pear				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Pennyroyal				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Persimmon				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Plum				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Pomegranate				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Poppy				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Quinoa				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Radicchio				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rhubarb				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Rutabaga				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Savory				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Sesame								✓	✓	✓	✓
Sorghum								✓	✓	✓	✓
Sorrel				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Soybean								✓	✓	✓	✓
Star Fruit								✓	✓	✓	✓
Sweet Corn								✓	✓	✓	✓
Taro								✓	✓	✓	✓
Tea Plant				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tiger Lily				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Tulip				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Winter Squash								✓	✓	✓	✓
Yam								✓	✓	✓	✓
Chia								✓	✓	✓	✓
Cranberry				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Flax				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Guava								✓	✓	✓	✓
Lovage				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Passion Flower				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Physalis								✓	✓	✓	✓
Sweet Woodruff				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Verbena				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Waterlily								✓	✓	✓	✓
Wisteria				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Wintergreen				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Black Currant				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Celeriac				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Chervil				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Epazote								✓	✓	✓	✓
Galangal								✓	✓	✓	✓
Hellebore				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Jujube				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Malabar Spinach								✓	✓	✓	✓
New Zealand Spinach								✓	✓	✓	✓
Perilla								✓	✓	✓	✓
Romanesco				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Salsify				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Yacon								✓	✓	✓	✓

Hard (21) For experienced growers

Plant	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Garlic				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Eggplant								✓	✓	✓	✓
Watermelon								✓	✓	✓	✓
Corn								✓	✓	✓	✓
Cauliflower				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Celery								✓	✓	✓	✓
Artichoke				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Asparagus				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Avocado								✓	✓	✓	✓
Mango								✓	✓	✓	✓
Cardamom								✓	✓	✓	✓
Cinnamon								✓	✓	✓	✓
Vanilla								✓	✓	✓	✓
Orchid								✓	✓	✓	✓
Cacao								✓	✓	✓	✓
Jackfruit								✓	✓	✓	✓
Saffron				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Star Anise								✓	✓	✓	✓
Wasabi								✓	✓	✓	✓
Lychee								✓	✓	✓	✓
Ramps				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

Plant Details

Basil

Herb · Full Sun · 50-75 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Lettuce

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 30-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Mint

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Green Bean

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-60 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Sunflower

Flower · Full Sun · 70-100 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Radish

Vegetable · Full Sun · 22-30 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Arugula

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 21-40 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Swiss Chard

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 50-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Green Onion

Vegetable · Full Sun · 20-30 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Marigold

Flower · Full Sun · 45-50 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Zinnia

Flower · Full Sun · 60-70 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Pansy

Flower · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 55-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Cosmos

Flower · Full Sun · 50-60 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Aloe Vera

Herb · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Chive

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Calendula

Flower · Full Sun · 45-65 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Catnip

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Clover

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Cress

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 7-14 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Dandelion

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 45-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Nasturtium

Flower · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 35-52 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Yarrow

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Borage

Herb · Full Sun · 50-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Mizuna

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 21-40 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Tatsoi

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 21-45 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Buckwheat

Grain · Full Sun · 30-45 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Tomato

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-85 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Carrot

Vegetable · Full Sun · 70-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Pepper

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Cucumber

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-70 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Zucchini

Vegetable · Full Sun · 45-60 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Spinach

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 37-45 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Kale

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 55-75 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Rosemary

Herb · Full Sun · 80-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Cilantro

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 45-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Pea

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Potato

Vegetable · Full Sun · 70-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Onion

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Strawberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Lavender

Herb · Full Sun · 90-200 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Chili Pepper

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Sweet Potato

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-170 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Thyme

Herb · Full Sun · 70-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Parsley

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 70-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Broccoli

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Bok Choy

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 30-50 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Beet

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Brussels Sprouts

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Cabbage

Vegetable · Full Sun · 70-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Collard Greens

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-75 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Dill

Herb · Full Sun · 40-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Fennel

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Ginger

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 240-300 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Jalapeno

Vegetable · Full Sun · 70-80 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Kohlrabi

Vegetable · Full Sun · 45-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Leek

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Lemongrass

Herb · Full Sun · 75-100 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Cantaloupe

Fruit · Full Sun · 80-100 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Mustard Greens

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 30-45 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Okra

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-65 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Oregano

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Parsnip

Vegetable · Full Sun · 100-130 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Pumpkin

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Sage

Herb · Full Sun · 75-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Shallot

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Snap Pea

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Butternut Squash

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-110 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Acorn Squash

Vegetable · Full Sun · 80-100 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Tomatillo

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-80 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Turnip

Vegetable · Full Sun · 30-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Watercress

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 30-50 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Blackberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Blueberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Raspberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Fig

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Grape

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Lemon

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Lime

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Papaya

Fruit · Full Sun · 270-365 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Passion Fruit

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-545 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Pineapple

Fruit · Full Sun · 545-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Banana

Fruit · Full Sun · 270-365 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Turmeric

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 240-300 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Chamomile

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Dahlia

Flower · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Petunia

Flower · Full Sun · 55-70 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Snapdragon

Flower · Full Sun · 70-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Sweet Pea Flower

Flower · Full Sun · 55-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Morning Glory

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Chrysanthemum

Flower · Full Sun · 70-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Rose

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Jasmine

Flower · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 90-180 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Hibiscus

Flower · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Bamboo

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Lemon Balm

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Stevia

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Tarragon

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Amaranth

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Anise

Herb · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Bay Laurel

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Black-Eyed Pea

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Boysenberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-545 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Broccolini

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-65 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Cayenne Pepper

Spice · Full Sun · 70-100 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Chickpea

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Chicory

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Chinese Cabbage

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 50-70 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Coffee Plant

Fruit · Partial Shade OK · 1095-1460 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Comfrey

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Curry Leaf

Herb · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Dragon Fruit

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Edamame

Vegetable · Full Sun · 80-100 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Elderberry

Fruit · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Endive

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 45-85 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Fenugreek

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Foxglove

Flower · Partial Shade OK · 365-545 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Freesia

Flower · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Goji Berry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Gooseberry

Fruit · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Habanero

Spice · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Hops

Herb · Full Sun · 120-150 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Horseradish

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 140-160 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Hyssop

Herb · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Jicama

Vegetable · Full Sun · 120-180 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Kiwi

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Kumquat

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Lentil

Grain · Full Sun · 80-110 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Lilac

Flower · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Luffa

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Lupine

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Marjoram

Herb · Full Sun · 60-80 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Millet

Grain · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Moringa

Vegetable · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Mulberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Nectarine

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Nigella

Flower · Full Sun · 60-75 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Olive

Fruit · Full Sun · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Peach

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Pear

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Pennyroyal

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Persimmon

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Plum

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Pomegranate

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Poppy

Flower · Full Sun · 55-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Quinoa

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Radicchio

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Rhubarb

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Rutabaga

Vegetable · Full Sun · 80-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Savory

Herb · Full Sun · 60-80 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Sesame

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Sorghum

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Sorrel

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 40-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Soybean

Grain · Full Sun · 80-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Star Fruit

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Sweet Corn

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-100 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Taro

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 180-240 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Tea Plant

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Tiger Lily

Flower · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 90-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Tulip

Flower · Full Sun · 90-150 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Winter Squash

Vegetable · Full Sun · 80-110 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Yam

Vegetable · Full Sun · 180-365 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Chia

Grain · Full Sun · 90-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Cranberry

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Flax

Grain · Full Sun · 90-110 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Guava

Fruit · Full Sun · 365-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Lovage

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Passion Flower

Flower · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Physalis

Fruit · Full Sun · 70-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Sweet Woodruff

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 365-545 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Verbena

Flower · Full Sun · 60-90 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Waterlily

Flower · Full Sun · 90-180 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Wisteria

Flower · Full Sun · 730-1825 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Wintergreen

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Black Currant

Fruit · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Celeriac

Vegetable · Full Sun · 100-120 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Chervil

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 40-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Epazote

Herb · Full Sun · 45-60 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Galangal

Spice · Partial Shade OK · 240-365 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Hellebore

Flower · Partial Shade OK · 365-730 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Jujube

Fruit · Full Sun · 730-1460 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Malabar Spinach

Vegetable · Full Sun · 50-70 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

New Zealand Spinach

Vegetable · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 55-70 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Perilla

Herb · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 50-70 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Romanesco

Vegetable · Full Sun · 75-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Salsify

Vegetable · Full Sun · 100-150 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Yacon

Vegetable · Full Sun · 180-240 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Garlic

Vegetable · Full Sun · 240-270 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Eggplant

Vegetable · Full Sun · 65-80 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Watermelon

Fruit · Full Sun · 70-90 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Corn

Vegetable · Full Sun · 60-100 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Cauliflower

Vegetable · Full Sun · 55-100 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Celery

Vegetable · Full Sun · 85-120 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Artichoke

Vegetable · Full Sun · 150-180 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Asparagus

Vegetable · Full Sun · 730-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Avocado

Fruit · Full Sun · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Mango

Fruit · Full Sun · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Cardamom

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 730-1095 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Cinnamon

Herb · Full Sun · 730-1095 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Vanilla

Herb · Partial Shade OK · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Orchid

Flower · Partial Shade OK · 365-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Cacao

Fruit · Partial Shade OK · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Jackfruit

Fruit · Full Sun · 1095-1825 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Saffron

Spice · Full Sun · 45-60 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Star Anise

Spice · Full Sun to Partial Shade · 1825-2555 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Wasabi

Spice · Partial Shade OK · 545-730 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Lychee

Fruit · Full Sun · 1825-3650 days

Plant in: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Ramps

Vegetable · Partial Shade OK · 365-1095 days

Plant in: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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ZA · Zone 8

207 crops

Johannesburg

ZA · Zone 7

207 crops

Durban

ZA · Zone 10

207 crops

Bloemfontein

ZA · Zone 5

207 crops

Nairobi

KE · Zone 10

207 crops

Cairo

EG · Zone 9

207 crops

Frequently Asked Questions about Gardening in Pretoria

When should I plant tomatoes in Pretoria?

In Pretoria (USDA Zone 7), the best months to plant tomatoes are August, September, October, November. The difficulty level is medium. Pretoria has 280 frost-free days, which provides plenty of time for tomatoes to reach harvest.

What grows best in Pretoria?

Pretoria (Subtropical highland climate, USDA Zone 7) can successfully grow 207 out of 207 plants in our database. The easiest plants to grow here are Lettuce, Mint, Radish, Arugula, Swiss Chard. With 280 frost-free days and annual rainfall of 674mm, Pretoria is excellent for home gardening.

What is the growing season in Pretoria?

Pretoria has approximately 280 frost-free days per year, with winter lows around 3°C and summer highs reaching 28°C. The annual rainfall is 674mm. In Pretoria's Subtropical highland climate (Köppen Cwb), most vegetables and herbs can be planted from spring through fall.

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