Mammoth Basil · Basil
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Feb 6th |
| Last Frost | Mar 6th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Apr 24th |
| Harvest Begins | Jun 23rd |
| Harvest Ends | Nov 26th |
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.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 60 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Surface |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 60 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Harden Off (days) | 10 |
Expert Note: Grow basil warm—transplant only after nights stay reliably warm, and harvest often to keep it bushy for pesto-style leaf production.