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Minette · Basil

Zone 12a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Minette to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDec 4th
Last FrostJan 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsFeb 26th
Harvest BeginsApr 12th
Harvest EndsDec 31st

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 Maturity45
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: For uniform dwarf growth like 'Minette', give warm soil and avoid letting seedlings get rootbound—thinning and hardening off consistently helps keep the compact shape.