When should I plant Basilika in Zone 12a?

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

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Basilika in Zone 12a?

Yes. Basilika needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 15 successions.

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🌿 Growing Basilika in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Basilika can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Sista frost: Jan 1. Första frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

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

Zon12a

Sista frostJan 1

Första frostDec 31

Säsong364 dagar

Skörd40 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Basilika in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

Start Basilika seeds indoors around Nov 20 (6 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

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

Harvest: Feb 14

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

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