When to plant thai basil in Darwin
Darwin sits in Australia's tropical zone. Computed from Darwin's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the thai basil window:
Sow
All year
Transplant
—
Harvest
~2 months after sowing
Tropical zone tip
Thai basil thrives in Darwin and Cairns through the dry season. Manage flowering in the wet season by pinching regularly, humidity encourages bolting.
Darwin is essentially frost-free, which gives thai basil plenty of flexibility either side of the ideal window.
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When can I plant thai basil in Darwin?
In Darwin (tropical zone), sow seed All year. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.
Can you grow thai basil in Darwin?
Yes — thai basil grows well around Darwin when planted in its window. Thai basil thrives in Darwin and Cairns through the dry season. Manage flowering in the wet season by pinching regularly, humidity encourages bolting.