When should I plant Thai Basil in Zone 11b?

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around Dec 4. Transplant outdoors after Jan 29. Expect first harvest around Feb 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11b is Jan 15. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 350-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Basil in Zone 11b?

Yes. Thai Basil needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 11b has a 350-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 14 successions.

Growing Thai Basil in Zone 11b

Zone 11b has a year-round growing season. Thai Basil can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Poslednji mraz: Jan 15. Prvi mraz: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 4Dec 31

Season: Jan 15 – Dec 31 (350 дана) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)

Zona11b

Poslednji mrazJan 15

Prvi mrazDec 31

Sezona350 дана

Žetva40 дана

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When to Plant Thai Basil in Zone 11b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 4

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around Dec 4 (6 недеља пре последњег мраза). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 29

Transplant Thai Basil seedlings outdoors after Jan 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/м² (15cm размак). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Feb 28

First harvest approximately Feb 28 (~30 дана from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

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