The Story
Ocimum basilicum
- Popular Heirloom Variety
- Small, Dark-Green Leaves with Delicious Flavor and Aroma
- 12-inch Mounded Plants
- Best Sweet Basil for Classic Pesto
- Ideal for Container Gardens and Edging
250 mg
Abundance of small, dark green leaves with delicious flavor and aroma cover the 12-inch, mounded plants. The best sweet basil for a classic pesto. Ideal for container gardens. Makes a beautiful edging plant.
| Light | Full sun |
| Harvest time | All season |
| Plant spacing | 10-12 inches |
| Planting depth | 1/4 inch |
| Days to germination | 7-10 |
| Plant height | 10 -12 inches |
Gardener's Notes: Start seed indoors in pots 6-8 weeks before transplanting outdoors after last spring frost or sow directly in the garden when night temperatures stay above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Grow in moist, fertile soil. Thin seedlings to recommended spacing. Harvest individual leaves as needed or pick entire plants when flower stalks appear. Leaves can be dried and stored in an airtight container for later use.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Ocimum basilicum
- Popular Heirloom Variety
- Small, Dark-Green Leaves with Delicious Flavor and Aroma
- 12-inch Mounded Plants
- Best Sweet Basil for Classic Pesto
- Ideal for Container Gardens and Edging
250 mg
Abundance of small, dark green leaves with delicious flavor and aroma cover the 12-inch, mounded plants. The best sweet basil for a classic pesto. Ideal for container gardens. Makes a beautiful edging plant.
| Light | Full sun |
| Harvest time | All season |
| Plant spacing | 10-12 inches |
| Planting depth | 1/4 inch |
| Days to germination | 7-10 |
| Plant height | 10 -12 inches |
Gardener's Notes: Start seed indoors in pots 6-8 weeks before transplanting outdoors after last spring frost or sow directly in the garden when night temperatures stay above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Grow in moist, fertile soil. Thin seedlings to recommended spacing. Harvest individual leaves as needed or pick entire plants when flower stalks appear. Leaves can be dried and stored in an airtight container for later use.
