When to plant basil in Mackay
- Sow in trays: early Jan to mid MarMackay area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: mid Feb to late AprMackay area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: mid Feb to late AprMackay area, humid subtropical
- Sow in trays: late Jun to mid OctMackay area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: early Aug to late NovMackay area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: early Aug to late NovMackay area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Mackay. 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.