Description

Italian Large Leaf Basil is a classic sweet basil variety known for its extra-large, tender leaves and rich, aromatic flavor with sweet, slightly peppery notes. It is a staple in Italian cuisine, commonly used for pesto, fresh salads, tomato dishes, and garnishes.

This vigorous, heat-loving herb produces lush, upright growth and responds well to regular harvesting. It thrives in warm conditions and full sun, with frequent picking encouraging continuous, bushy production throughout the season.

• Type: Open-pollinated annual herb
• Direct sow: After last frost in warm soil
• Sun: Full sun
• Spacing: 10–12 inches
• Height: 18–30 inches
• Days to harvest: 35–50 days

Basil grows best in warm temperatures and fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds directly or start indoors and transplant after frost risk has passed. Keep soil evenly moist and harvest often by pinching stems just above leaf nodes to encourage branching. Remove flower buds promptly to maintain leaf quality and flavor.

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