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Clove Basil · Basil

Zone 6b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Clove Basil to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 14th
Last FrostApr 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 13th
Harvest BeginsAug 12th
Harvest EndsOct 16th

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 HabitShrub
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 clove basil indoors for a head start, then transplant only when nights are reliably warm (and keep soil consistently moist until it establishes).