How long do basil take to grow?

Most basil mature in about 60 to 75 days depending on the variety, measured from planting.

When to Plant Basil in Hawaii

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

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Best planting window

Year-round

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Time to harvest

~65 days

🌴 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

Most basil mature in about 60 to 75 days depending on the variety. Set your ZIP in HomeSown for dates tuned to your exact location.

7 varieties of basil in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.

What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each

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