When to plant basil in zone 3
In USDA zone 3, the last spring frost usually falls between May 5 and May 31. Start basil indoors around Apr 4 to May 4. Plant them out around Jun 16 to Jul 10. Expect to harvest around Jul 22 to Sep 15.
Zone 3 dates for basil
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 4 to May 4 |
|---|---|
| Plant outside | Jun 16 to Jul 10 |
| Harvest | Jul 22 to Sep 15 |
| Typical last spring frost | May 5 to May 31 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Sep 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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