When to Plant Thai Basil in Menominee County, WI
Thai basil has a distinctive anise-licorice flavor with sturdy purple stems and small leaves. It is essential in Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian cuisines.
Menominee County, Wisconsin is in USDA Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 9 and the first fall frost is October 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 148 days.
At an elevation of 547 feet, Menominee County receives approximately 33 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Thai Basil to ensure they mature before fall.
Menominee County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.1-7.1
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Thai Basil Planting Timeline — Menominee County, WI
Thai Basil Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 14 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 30 | May 30 – Jun 13 |
| Direct Sow | May 16 | May 16 – Jun 6 |
| Harvest | July 25 | Jul 25 – Sep 26 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
50–75 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 4a
Growing Season
148 days
Growing Tips for Menominee County
Start seeds indoors or direct sow after last frost. Thai basil holds up better to heat in cooking than sweet basil. Pinch flowers to prolong leaf production.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Thai Basil in Menominee County, WI?
Menominee County is in Zone 4a with an average last frost of May 9. Plan your Thai Basil planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Menominee County, WI?
Menominee County, Wisconsin is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 9 and first fall frost is October 4.
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