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Nufar · Basil

Zone 9a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Nufar to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 23rd
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 17th
Harvest BeginsJun 16th
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 Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Because Nufar is a warm-season basil, wait for consistently warm nights and transplant on soil temps near 60°F+ to avoid stunting, especially in humid regions where disease pressure is higher.