When to plant basil in zone 7
In USDA zone 7, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 1 and Apr 20. Start basil indoors around Feb 26 to Mar 28. Plant them out around May 10 to Jun 3. Expect to harvest around Jun 15 to Oct 15.
Zone 7 dates for basil
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 26 to Mar 28 |
|---|---|
| Plant outside | May 10 to Jun 3 |
| Harvest | Jun 15 to Oct 15 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 1 to Apr 20 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Oct 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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