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Red Rubin · Basil

Zone 4b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Red Rubin to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 1st
Last FrostMay 13th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 8th
Harvest BeginsSep 6th
Harvest EndsSep 27th

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: To keep the deepest purple color, grow it in cool weather and avoid letting seedlings get rootbound before transplanting.