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Lemon Sweet Dani Basil · Basil

Zone 5a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Lemon Sweet Dani Basil to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 27th
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 19th
Harvest BeginsAug 18th
Harvest EndsSep 30th

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 for a head start, but wait to transplant until nights are warm (50°F+) and then pinch tips early to encourage bushy, vigorous lemon-scented growth.