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Marseillais · Basil

Zone 9a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Marseillais to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 23rd
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 17th
Harvest BeginsJun 1st
Harvest EndsNov 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.
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 indoors in early spring and transplant only after nights are reliably warm to preserve Marseillais’ strong fragrance.