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Basil
Basil
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Size: 4" Pot
Red Rubin
Spacing: 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)
Height: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Width: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: This basil has a stronger flavor than sweet basil, and the reddish-purple leaves create a unique look in salads.
To dry, wait until the flowers begin to open, then cut clusters off and hang them upside down, turning periodically until dry.
Dolce Fresca
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
Common Name: Basil, Annual Herb
Hardiness Degree: 40°F (4.4°C)
Blooming Season: Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer, Autumn
Plant Habit: Mounded
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Once a month
Spacing: 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Height: 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)
Width: 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Tidy plant with an abundance of savory leaves that can be used in any dish calling for basil.
Grows very well in a container or in the ground.
Siam Queen
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
Common Name: Basil
Spacing: 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)
Height: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: This is a “best-of-the-best” form of basil that has a a licorice flavor when cooking – try adding it to curry recipes. Be sure to harvest regularly and remove flowers to keep leaf production going.
Lemon Basil
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
Common Name: Basil, Annual Herb
Hardiness Degree: 45°F (7.2°C)
Blooming Season: Summer, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Mounded, Upright
Characteristics: Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Scented Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Spacing: 18 - 26" (46 - 66cm)
Height: 22 - 24" (56 - 61cm)
Width: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Very flavorful and fragrant, thanks to 75% more total essential oils than standard lemon basils.
Especially tasty in dressings and marinades.
Mammoth
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
Common Name: Basil, Annual Herb
Spacing: 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)
Height: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Width: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: With ruffled, jagged leaves, Mammoth has a very strong flavor that’s perfect for sauces, pesto and even fresh on a sandwich.
Try growing this basil on a sunny windowsill – it loves filtered light.
Removing flowers from basil encourages maximum growth and the best leaf production.
Emily Genovese
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
Height: 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Compact pot variety has medium-large leaves. Long shelf life. Good for Summer programs in moderate climates, or year-round in hot climates with high light production.
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