Basil · warm season
Sweet
Sweet Basil: A Classic Herb for Every Garden Transform your garden and culinary creations with the timeless appeal and aromatic flavor of Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum). This annual basil variety is cherished for its fresh, green leaves and versatile use in a myriad of dishes. Explore the classic…
Days to harvest
90
Plant spacing
4-8"
Sprouts in
8 days
Light
Full sun
When to plant
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Start indoors6–8 weeks before your last frost
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Transplant outside2 weeks after your last frost
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Sow outside1–2 weeks after your last frost · sow again every 2–3 weeks
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Growing tips
- For a steady harvest, sow a little every 2–3 weeks instead of all at once.
- Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings appear, usually in about 8 days.