When to plant basil in Bowmans
- Sow in trays: mid Sep to early JanBowmans area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late Oct to mid FebBowmans area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late Oct to mid FebBowmans area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Bowmans. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A fragrant summer herb that loves Adelaide's heat and pairs with tomatoes in the garden and the kitchen. Sow or plant once nights stay warm, as cold snaps blacken it. Pinch out the flower spikes and tips often to keep plants bushy and leafy.