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Weight | .5 g |
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Dimensions | .125 × 3.25 × 4.5 in |
$2.39
Lettuce leaf basil’s large, crinkly leaves sometimes grow to 4″ long and wide, making it perfect for wrapping or stuffing. The distinctly-flavored leaves have a pronounced clove-like fragrance.
Weight | .5 g |
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Dimensions | .125 × 3.25 × 4.5 in |
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.
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Matures In: 75 days
Type: annual