About the Large Leaf Italian Basil Seed Pack
Large Leaf Italian Basil | Ocimum basilicum | Certified Organic by Ecocert Canada | Annual | Open Pollinated | Heirloom
Italian Large Leaf basil is very similar to Genovese. It is the favoured cultivar for tomato sauces because of its more delicate leaf. It has a milder, sweeter flavour. It also bolts more slowly.
Companion plants: Tomato, Peppers, Asparagus, Oregano, Purslane.
Far from: Rue.
Planting tip: Sow seeds 6 weeks before the last frost. Germination can take up to 8-14 days.Soaking in warm water for up to 12H is recommended for improved germination.
Harvesting tip: Pinch leaves as needed and encourages the plant to produce more. Flower impacts flavour so, harvest before. Encourage second-growth by cutting down 6” above ground.
Storage tip: Store at 0°C unwashed as washing turns them brown.
Herb seed count: 55
Seed depth:1/4″, Plant spacing:4-8”, Row spacing:12-18″, Sun Level:3, Watering Level:2, Germination:8-14 days/jrs, 21°C Optimally:23-29°C, Days to maturity:75 days/jrs
Please note: Colours and designs are representative, with variations in device displays/settings and lighting they may vary slightly in person. If you have any questions, please call 613.232.1733 and we would be happy to assist you!
Large Leaf Italian Basil Seed Pack
$5.10
