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When to Plant Basil in Scottsburg, Oregon (97473)

Location

Scottsburg, Oregon

ZIP Code

97473

USDA Zone

9a

Last Frost

Saturday, February 20, 2027

📅 Planting Calendar

Start Seeds Indoors Saturday, December 26, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Saturday, March 6, 2027

Pro Tip: Start Basil seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date for best results.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Ocimum basilicum
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 12-24"
Spread 12"
Type Bush
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (keep moist)

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

🤝 Good Companions

TomatoPepperOreganoAsparagus

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

RueSage

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Growing Basil in Zone 9a

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Scottsburg, Oregon, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should start seeds indoors around Saturday, December 26, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, February 20, 2027. Plan to transplant your Basil seedlings outdoors around Saturday, March 6, 2027, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.