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Spicy Globe · Basil

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Planting Schedule

Add Spicy Globe to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMay 4th
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 13th
Harvest BeginsSep 11th
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 Maturity60
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 the tight ‘globe’ habit, start early enough for a full plant size before heat stress, then pinch the growing tips once after transplanting to encourage dense mounding.