When should I plant Thai Basil in Zone 13b?

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around Nov 20. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Feb 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 13b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 13b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Basil in Zone 13b?

Yes. Thai Basil needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 13b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 15 successions.

Growing Thai Basil in Zone 13b

Zone 13b has a year-round growing season. Thai Basil can be planted almost any time with proper planning. כפור אחרון: Jan 1. כפור ראשון: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 ימים) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 15x)

אזור13b

כפור אחרוןJan 1

כפור ראשוןDec 31

עונה364 ימים

קטיף40 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant Thai Basil in Zone 13b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around Nov 20 (6 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Thai Basil seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/מ² (15cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 14

First harvest approximately Feb 14 (~30 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

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