When to plant basil in Rocky Plain
- Sow in trays: late Sep to mid DecRocky Plain area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: early Nov to late JanRocky Plain area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: early Nov to late JanRocky Plain area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Rocky Plain. 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.