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Gecofure · Basil

Zone 6a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Gecofure to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 3rd
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 19th
Harvest BeginsAug 3rd
Harvest EndsOct 10th

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)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: For fastest, uniform pesto-ready harvests, start indoors for sturdy transplants and keep seedlings warm until nights reliably stay above 50°F.