When to plant basil in Newcastle
- Sow in trays: mid Aug to late JanNewcastle area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: late Sep to early MarNewcastle area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: late Sep to early MarNewcastle area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Newcastle. 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.