When to plant basil in Forbes
- Sow in trays: late Sep to early JanForbes area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: early Nov to mid FebForbes area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: early Nov to mid FebForbes area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Forbes. 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.