When should I plant Βασιλικός in Zone 2b?

Start Βασιλικός seeds indoors around Apr 13. Transplant outdoors after Jun 8. Expect first harvest around Jul 8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 2b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 2b is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Βασιλικός in Zone 2b?

Yes. Βασιλικός needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 2b has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

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🌿 Growing Βασιλικός in Zone 2b

Zone 2b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Βασιλικός early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Τελευταίος παγετός: May 25. Πρώτος παγετός: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 13Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 ημέρες) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 2x)

Ζώνη2b

Τελευταίος παγετόςMay 25

Πρώτος παγετόςAug 28

Περίοδος95 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή40 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Βασιλικός in Zone 2b

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 13

Start Βασιλικός seeds indoors around Apr 13 (6 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 8

Transplant Βασιλικός seedlings outdoors after Jun 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/μ² (15cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 8

First harvest approximately Jul 8 (~30 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

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