When to plant basil in Darwin
Darwin sits in Australia's tropical zone. Computed from Darwin's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the basil window:
Sow
All year
Transplant
—
Harvest
~1 months after sowing
Tropical zone tip
Plant basil in Darwin's dry season, May to September. Wet-season plantings collapse with humidity.
Darwin is essentially frost-free, which gives basil plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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When can I plant basil in Darwin?
In Darwin (tropical zone), sow seed All year. Expect to harvest roughly 1 months after sowing.
Can you grow basil in Darwin?
Yes — basil grows well around Darwin when planted in its window. Plant basil in Darwin's dry season, May to September. Wet-season plantings collapse with humidity.