When should I plant Босилек in Zone 6a?

Start Босилек seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jun 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Босилек in Zone 6a?

Yes. Босилек needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

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🌿 Growing Босилек in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Босилек. Последна слана: Apr 28. Първа слана: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 дни) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 5x)

Зона6a

Последна сланаApr 28

Първа сланаOct 8

Сезон163 дни

Реколта40 дни

СлънцеПълно Слънце

When to Plant Босилек in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Босилек seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 седмици преди последната слана). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Босилек seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/м² (15cm разстояние). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 11

First harvest approximately Jun 11 (~30 дни from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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