When should I plant Thai Basil in Zone 7b?

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around Feb 27. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around May 24.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Basil in Zone 7b?

Yes. Thai Basil needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 8 successions.

Growing Thai Basil in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Thai Basil. Siste frost: Apr 10. Første frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 27Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 dager) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 8x)

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Siste frostApr 10

Første frostNov 7

Sesong211 dager

Høst40 dager

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Thai Basil in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 27

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around Feb 27 (6 uker før siste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Thai Basil seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm avstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 24

First harvest approximately May 24 (~30 dager from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

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