When to plant Basil in Seward County, KS
For Seward County, gardeners: plant Basil April 25 through May 16 once soil reads 50°F.
When to Plant Basil in Seward County, KS
Basil is a fragrant warm-season herb essential to Italian and Thai cuisines. It comes in many varieties including sweet, Thai, purple, and lemon types.
Seward County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 18 and the first fall frost is October 18, giving you a growing season of approximately 183 days.
At an elevation of 860 feet, Seward County receives approximately 24.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Basil during the growing season.
Seward County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Basil Planting Timeline — Seward County, KS
Basil Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 28 | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 2 | May 2 – May 16 |
| Direct Sow | April 25 | Apr 25 – May 16 |
| Harvest | June 27 | Jun 27 – Aug 29 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
50–75 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6b
📆 Growing Season
183 days in Seward County
Growing Tips for Seward County
Start seeds indoors or direct sow after last frost. Pinch flower buds to extend leaf production. Harvest leaves from the top down, cutting just above a leaf pair.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Isolate 150 ft between varieties. Different basil species can cross.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Basil in Seward County, KS?
Seward County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 18. Plan your Basil planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Seward County, KS?
Seward County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 18 and first fall frost is October 18.
When should I plant Basil in Seward County, KS?
In Seward County, KS, plant Basil after the last frost (around April 18) and before the first frost (around October 18). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Seward County, KS for Basil?
Seward County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Basil grows reliably in zones 4a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Basil grow in Seward County's climate?
Yes — Basil grows well in Seward County's temperate climate. Seward County averages a 183-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 18 and first frost around October 18.
Your Seward County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Seward County (Zone 6b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.