Ocimum basilicum

Italian Large Leaf Basil

Days to Maturity: 78 days

SKU
5043
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Large-leaf Genovese-type with huge dark green leaves up to 4" long.

A great selection for pesto and Italian cuisine, perfect for when you need a large amount of basil on hand. Sweeter fragrance and flavor than Genovese. Large plants reach 24-30" tall. Approx. 18,000 seeds/oz.

  • Excellent for processing
  • Slow to bolt
  • Open-Pollinated

Cultural Info

Tender annual. Direct seed after last frost or start transplants at 70-80'F 4-6 weeks before planting out. Sow 1/4" deep, plants 2-8" apart in rows 12-24" apart, depending on variety. Store unwashed.

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