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Prospera · Basil

Zone 12a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Prospera to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDec 18th
Last FrostJan 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsFeb 12th
Harvest BeginsApr 13th
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 Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Start seeds indoors for sturdy transplants, and transplant only once soil is reliably warm (60°F+) to avoid cold-stress that can undermine disease resistance.