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12 Φεβ 2024 · Culinary basil is hardy to USDA zones 10-11, but even in warm regions like these, its life is short. Any temperature below 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7.22 C) will kill the plant. The only way to save basil in winter in the cooler regions, is to containerize it and bring it into the warm interior.
6 Οκτ 2020 · What Happens to Basil in the Winter? If you live in Zone 10 or above, you probably don’t need to bring your basil indoors unless temperatures in your area dip below 50°F on a regular basis. This herb loves warm, sunny days. While temperatures close to 50°F won’t kill your basil, the cold can cause the leaves to blacken.
25 Σεπ 2024 · If you live in a frost-free area, you might want to allow some basil plants to set flowers and self-seed in your garden. Not all varieties will do this successfully.
10 Φεβ 2024 · Step 1: Timing is Key: Like Cinderella at the stroke of midnight, there’s an ideal timeframe for bringing your basil inside. Watch the weather closely – ideally, move your plant before temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C) at night. This minimizes stress and helps it adapt smoothly.
Harvest before cold weather sets in. Basil is an annual, so it won’t stick around over the winter. The leaves are better torn than cut with a knife as they blacken easily. Keep fresh leaves in a plastic bag in the fridge for a short period.
It can be grown from seed sown or bought as young plants. It is usually treated as an annual and removed in autumn, as it won’t survive winter outdoors. Basil will eventually start to flower, which causes leaf quality to deteriorate.
