When to plant basil in Wirrulla
- Sow in trays: late Aug to mid JanWirrulla area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: early Oct to late FebWirrulla area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: early Oct to late FebWirrulla area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Wirrulla. 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.