Sweet Basil Herb Seed – 1 Packet

Sweet Basil Annual Herb Seeds

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Popular and easy to grow annual that develops into an attractive bushy plant 1 1/2′-2′ (46-60 cm.) tall. Non-genetically engineered seeds.


Culture: Plant in well-drained soil. Avoid over watering. Excellent pot-grown indoors.

Harvest: Pick leaves when young, gather tops when flowers open.

Uses: Aromatic leaves have a spicy, clover-like flavor when pulverized. Popular in tomato dishes, soups, stews, spaghetti, fish, poultry, and salads. Used in potpourri.

Preserving: Freeze leaves (coat with olive oil first) or dry them.

Planting depth: 1/4″ (6 mm.)
Seed spacing: 1″ (2.5 cm.)
Spacing between rows: 18″ (46 cm.)
Days to germination: 14-18
Spacing after thinning: 15″-18″ (38-46 cm.)
Days to maturity: 80-90