When should I plant Thai Basil in Zone 2b?

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around 13 Th4. Transplant outdoors after 8 Th6. Expect first harvest around 8 Th7.

What is the last frost date for Zone 2b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 2b is 25 Th5. The first fall frost averages 28 Th8, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Basil in Zone 2b?

Yes. Thai Basil needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 2b has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

Growing Thai Basil in Zone 2b

Zone 2b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Thai Basil early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Sương giá cuối: 25 Th5. Sương giá đầu: 28 Th8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

13 Th428 Th8

Season: 25 Th5 – 28 Th8 (95 ngày) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 2x)

Vùng2b

Sương giá cuối25 Th5

Sương giá đầu28 Th8

Mùa vụ95 ngày

Thu hoạch40 ngày

Ánh sángNắng hoàn toàn

When to Plant Thai Basil in Zone 2b

Start Seeds Indoors: 13 Th4

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around 13 Th4 (6 tuần trước sương giá cuối). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 8 Th6

Transplant Thai Basil seedlings outdoors after 8 Th6. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm khoảng cách). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: 8 Th7

First harvest approximately 8 Th7 (~30 ngày from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (28 Th8).

Thai Basil in Other Zones

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