Ocimum, Basil, Genovese Basil, 0.5g
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
- Bloom Time
- Summer, Fall
Description
Ocimum basilicum
Matures In: 90 days
Type: annual
A touch of Italy for your garden! Keep a pot indoors in a sunny window to enjoy fresh basil all winter. Use in tomato-based dishes and pasta recipes. Makes superb pesto.
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Details
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)
Plant Space: 18″ (46cm)
Row Space: 24″ (61cm)
Sprouts In: 7-21 days
Plant in a warm, sunny location with rich, moist soil in late spring. Basil loves heat and does not begin vigorous growth until night and day temperatures have warmed. Start indoors four weeks before last spring frost date.
Cut individual stems as needed. Pinch back flower stalk to improve production. May be dried or frozen for later use.
More Information
| Brand | Lake Valley Seed |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Herbs |
| Common Family Name | Basil |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Spacing Between Rows | 24" |
| Spacing in Row | 18" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4" |
| Days to Germination | 7-21 days |
| Days to Maturity | 90 days |