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Red Rubin · Basil

Zone 7b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Red Rubin to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 27th
Last FrostApr 10th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 5th
Harvest BeginsAug 4th
Harvest EndsOct 28th

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 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: To keep the deepest purple color, grow it in cool weather and avoid letting seedlings get rootbound before transplanting.