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Italian Large Leaf · Basil

Zone 10a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Italian Large Leaf to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDec 5th
Last FrostJan 16th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsFeb 27th
Harvest BeginsApr 18th
Harvest EndsDec 19th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity50
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Warm up the planting bed before transplanting and keep soil evenly moist—basil is very sensitive to cold and will sulk in cool nights.