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Pluto · Basil

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Pluto to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 23rd
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 29th
Harvest BeginsAug 18th
Harvest EndsOct 5th

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 Maturity50
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 Pluto basil indoors for uniform, compact plants, then transplant only after nights are reliably warm to avoid chilling slowdowns.