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Lemon Sweet Dan · Basil

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Lemon Sweet Dan to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 18th
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 27th
Harvest BeginsJul 11th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

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: Start seeds indoors early but transplant only once night temps are reliably warm (soil ~60°F+) to avoid cold-stunting, then keep plants evenly watered for best fruit set.