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Blue Spice · Basil

Zone 2a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Blue Spice to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 20th
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 13th
Harvest BeginsAug 27th
Harvest EndsAug 29th

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 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 indoors briefly for earlier flowering, then transplant after nights stay reliably warm to maximize fragrance and bloom set.