How long does african blue basil take to grow?

African Blue Basil is ready to harvest in about 60 days, measured from planting.

When to Plant African Blue Basil in Hawaii

Hawaii doesn't get a seasonal frost, so african blue basil plants on a warm/cool-season calendar rather than frost dates. See the full calendar below.

African Blue Basil planting calendar for Hawaii

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Best planting window

Year-round

🌴 Your zone never frosts, so planting is timed to the cooler vs. warmer seasons rather than a frost date.

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🌿 Planting windowTodayHonolulu, HI: frost-free; timed to seasons, not frost

African Blue Basil is ready to harvest in about 60 days. Set your ZIP in HomeSown for dates tuned to your exact location.

Varieties to grow

1 variety of african blue basil in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.

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Common problems with african blue basil

What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each

Four-Lined Plant Bug Common Stalk Borer Groundhogs Ants Aphids Armyworms Bolting Downy Mildew Anthracnose Damping-Off Frost & Cold Injury Gray Mold

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