When to plant basil in Tabulam
- Sow in trays: early Aug to late JanTabulam area (east), humid subtropical
- Sow in trays: early Sep to early JanTabulam area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: mid Sep to early MarTabulam area (east), humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: mid Sep to early MarTabulam area (east), humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: mid Oct to mid FebTabulam area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: mid Oct to mid FebTabulam area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Tabulam. 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.