Ocimum Basilicum Large Leaf Italian Basil Plant Seeds

Large Leaf Italian Basil (Ocimum basilicum) Seeds – Aromatic Herb for Home Gardens

Grow your own Large Leaf Italian Basil (Ocimum basilicum), a premium culinary herb known for its big, aromatic leaves and robust flavor. These non-GMO seeds are perfect for home gardens, kitchen containers, and indoor pots, producing healthy, large-leaf plants ideal for cooking, salads, sauces, and herbal teas. Italian Basil is fast-growing, easy-to-maintain, and perfect for gardeners seeking fresh, flavorful, home-grown herbs.

Features

1. Produces large, aromatic basil leaves
2. Non-GMO, high-quality herb seeds
3. Suitable for home gardens, kitchen containers, and indoor pots
4. Fast-growing, hardy, and easy-to-maintain
5. Ideal for culinary use, salads, sauces, and herbal teas

Specifications

1. Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
2. Common Name: Large Leaf Italian Basil
3. Seed Type: Non-GMO Herb Seeds
4. Plant Type: Annual Culinary Herb
5. Plant Height: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)
6. Light Requirements: Full Sun
7. Soil Type: Fertile, well-draining soil
8. Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
9. Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
10. Sowing Season: Spring or Early Summer
11. Germination Time: 7–14 days
12. Temperature for Germination: 65–75°F (18–24°C)
13. USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11

Planting Guide

1. Prepare the Soil: Use fertile, well-draining soil.
2. Sow the Seeds: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep; thin seedlings after germination.
3. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid waterlogging.
4. Light: Provide full sun for optimal growth, aroma, and flavor.
5. Maintenance: Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent flowering.
6. Uses: Perfect for cooking, salads, sauces, herbal teas, indoor pots, kitchen containers, and backyard herb gardens.