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African Blue · Basil

Zone 12b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add African Blue to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsNov 20th
Last FrostJan 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsFeb 26th
Harvest BeginsMay 7th
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 Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededUpright
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: African Blue is typically treated as a perennial ornamental—start it in place after frost or buy started plants, then keep it evenly moist until established.