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Red Thai · Holy Basil

Zone 7b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Red Thai to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 13th
Last FrostApr 10th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 22nd
Harvest BeginsJun 21st
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 Maturity30
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 soil and steady moisture are key—basil will sulk in cool nights, so transplant after nights stay consistently warm and pinch tips early for bushiness.