When to plant chilli in Geranium
- Sow in trays: early Sep to mid NovGeranium area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: late Oct to mid JanGeranium area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: late Oct to mid JanGeranium area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Geranium. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A warm-season crop that loves Adelaide's hot summers and keeps fruiting into autumn. Many types grow happily in pots and can be kept for two or three years in a sheltered spot. Raise or buy seedlings and plant once nights are warm; chillies sulk in cold soil.