When to plant basil in Wild Horse Plains
- Sow in trays: mid Sep to early JanWild Horse Plains area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late Oct to mid FebWild Horse Plains area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late Oct to mid FebWild Horse Plains area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Wild Horse Plains. 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.