How to Grow Pigface in New Zealand
REVIEW: Pigface (Carpobrotus) is an Australian coastal native and not a standard NZ edible. NZ has its own native ice plant, horokaka (Disphyma australe), used similarly. Consider replacing this entry with horokaka or removing it, and confirm against regional pest plant lists before publishing.
When to plant pigface in New Zealand
Timing is everything in New Zealand, where the warm north and the cooler south are weeks apart. Sow or plant in these months for your region:
| Region | When to sow or plant |
|---|---|
| Northland | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Auckland | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Waikato & BoP | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Wellington | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Nelson & Marlborough | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Canterbury | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Otago & Southland | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Central Otago | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
How to grow pigface
- Space plants about 40cm apart.
- Sow seed around 1cm deep.
- Position: full sun.
- Ready to harvest in roughly 60 days.
- Seeds germinate in about 14 days.
For a calendar tuned to your exact region, see the New Zealand planting guides or the Pigface plant page.
FAQ
When is the best time to plant pigface in New Zealand?
In the warm north (Auckland, Northland) sow in January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December. Cooler regions plant a little later. Check the table above for your region.
Where can I buy pigface seeds or plants in NZ?
Try Kings Seeds, Egmont Seeds and your local garden centre.