Italian large leaf basil
- 75 seeds
- Organic
- Open pollinated
- Distance between plants - 10-12"
- Distance between rows - 18-24"
- Full to part sun
- Water every 2-3 days
- Days to maturity - 60-80 days
- Days to germination - 5-14 days
- Height - 18-24"
- Ocimum Basilicum - Lamiaceae
Sow: 6 weeks before last frost or direct seed after last frost ¼’’ deep Harvest: : Throughout the season Easy to grow and a good companion in the garden, basil is best used fresh but can be dried down for use as a dry herb. If you want to cook with it, add it during the end of the preparation.
Grown on the farm, this ancient large leaf heirloom from Italy is incredible in pestos. We love this variety for it’s hardiness, thicker leaves and full flavour. Original seeds William Dam, ON.
Companion planting = asparagus, beans, beets, cabbage, chili and bell peppers, eggplant, marigolds, oregano, potatoes, tomatoes. [icons] Seeds produced : Le Noyau