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Pesto Perpetuo · Basil

Zone 6a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Pesto Perpetuo to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 20th
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 19th
Harvest BeginsJul 29th
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 Maturity40
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 warm, then transplant only when nights stay reliably warm (basil is very cold-sensitive) and pinch tips early to keep it compact and productive.