When to plant basil in zone 5b
In zone 5b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 28 and the first fall frost around Oct 10. Here is when to plant basil.
Start seeds indoorsMar 17
Plant in the bedMay 12
Start pickingJul 11
Your basil calendar for zone 5b
- Mar 17: Start basil seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- May 12: Plant basil in the bed
- Jul 11: Start picking basil
Pinch off flower buds so it keeps making leaves. Grows well next to tomatoes.
Spacing in a raised bed: 4 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 5b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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