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Purple Ruffles Basil · Basil

Planting Schedule

Add Purple Ruffles Basil to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 23rd
Last FrostApr 20th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 20th
Harvest BeginsJun 4th
Harvest EndsOct 20th

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)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Warm basil fast—start indoors for an earlier crop, but transplant only when nights are reliably warm and keep plants evenly moist until established.