When to Plant Basil in West Virginia
In a typical West Virginia location, start seeds indoors Mar 9 – Mar 16, then transplant outdoors Apr 27 – May 4. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 19 in Huntington and as late as May 13 in Beckley.
Very frost/cold sensitive; start indoors 5-6 weeks before last frost, transplant only after all danger of frost (1-2 weeks after) and nights stay warm.
Basil Planting Dates by City
| City | Start indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington | Mar 1 – Mar 8 | Apr 19 – Apr 26 |
| Charleston | Mar 5 – Mar 12 | Apr 23 – Apr 30 |
| Parkersburg | Mar 3 – Mar 10 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 |
| Morgantown | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | May 3 – May 10 |
| Wheeling | Mar 9 – Mar 16 | Apr 27 – May 4 |
| Weirton Heights | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | May 6 – May 13 |
| Weirton | Mar 18 – Mar 25 | May 6 – May 13 |
| Fairmont | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 25 – May 2 |
| Martinsburg | Mar 6 – Mar 13 | Apr 24 – May 1 |
| Beckley | Mar 25 – Apr 1 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Clarksburg | Mar 11 – Mar 18 | Apr 29 – May 6 |
| Teays Valley | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 25 – May 2 |
| South Charleston | Mar 12 – Mar 19 | Apr 30 – May 7 |
| Saint Albans | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 25 – May 2 |
| Vienna | Mar 3 – Mar 10 | Apr 21 – Apr 28 |
| Bluefield | Mar 19 – Mar 26 | May 7 – May 14 |
| Cross Lanes | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 25 – May 2 |
| Moundsville | Mar 15 – Mar 22 | May 3 – May 10 |
| Bridgeport | Mar 7 – Mar 14 | Apr 25 – May 2 |
| Oak Hill | Mar 10 – Mar 17 | Apr 28 – May 5 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 West Virginia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all West Virginia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant basil in West Virginia?
In a typical West Virginia location, start seeds indoors Mar 9 – Mar 16, then transplant outdoors Apr 27 – May 4. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 19 in Huntington and as late as May 13 in Beckley.
When is the last frost in West Virginia?
The average last spring frost in West Virginia ranges from April 12 in Huntington to May 6 in Beckley, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do basil take to grow?
Basil typically take 50–70 days from planting to harvest. Very frost/cold sensitive; start indoors 5-6 weeks before last frost, transplant only after all danger of frost (1-2 weeks after) and nights stay warm.
Other Crops in West Virginia
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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