When to plant basil in Swan Hill
- Sow in trays: mid Sep to late DecSwan Hill area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late Oct to early FebSwan Hill area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late Oct to early FebSwan Hill area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Swan Hill. 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.