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Nufar Basil · Basil

Zone 1b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Nufar Basil to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 20th
Last FrostJun 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 20th
Harvest BeginsSep 18th
Harvest EndsAug 1st

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)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Start basil indoors early, then transplant only once nights are consistently warm to avoid slow growth and stem stress.