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When to Plant Basil in Duvall, Washington (98019)

Location

Duvall, Washington

ZIP Code

98019

USDA Zone

8b

Last Frost

Monday, March 15, 2027

📅 Planting Calendar

Start Seeds Indoors Monday, January 18, 2027
Transplant Outdoors Monday, March 29, 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

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

RueSage

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Growing Basil in Zone 8b

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Duvall, Washington, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should start seeds indoors around Monday, January 18, 2027.

Your average last frost date is Monday, March 15, 2027. Plan to transplant your Basil seedlings outdoors around Monday, March 29, 2027, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.