When should I plant Basiilik in Zone 7a?

Start Basiilik seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Apr 29. Expect first harvest around May 29.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7a is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Basiilik in Zone 7a?

Yes. Basiilik needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 7a has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 7 successions.

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🌿 Growing Basiilik in Zone 7a

Zone 7a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Basiilik. Viimane öökülm: Apr 15. Esimene öökülm: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 päeva) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 7x)

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Viimane öökülmApr 15

Esimene öökülmOct 22

Hooaeg190 päeva

Saak40 päeva

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When to Plant Basiilik in Zone 7a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Basiilik seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 nädalat enne viimast külma). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 29

Transplant Basiilik seedlings outdoors after Apr 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm vahekaugus). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 29

First harvest approximately May 29 (~30 päeva from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

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