When should I plant Thai Basil in Zone 3a?

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around 4月10日. Transplant outdoors after 6月5日. Expect first harvest around 7月5日.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is 5月22日. The first fall frost averages 9月12日, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Basil in Zone 3a?

Yes. Thai Basil needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 3 successions.

种植 Thai Basil 区域 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Thai Basil early indoors to maximize your harvest window. 末次霜冻: 5月22日. 初次霜冻: 9月12日.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

4月10日9月12日

Season: 5月22日 – 9月12日 (113 天) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 3x)

区域3a

末次霜冻5月22日

初次霜冻9月12日

生长季113 天

收获40 天

日照全日照

When to Plant Thai Basil in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: 4月10日

Start Thai Basil seeds indoors around 4月10日 (6 周(最后霜冻前)). Optimal germination temperature: 80F. Germinates in 5-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 6月5日

Transplant Thai Basil seedlings outdoors after 6月5日. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm 间距). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: 7月5日

First harvest approximately 7月5日 (~30 天 from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (9月12日).

Thai Basil 其他区域

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