Sweet Basil Seeds
Italian Herb, Organic Heirloom
100 (or more) seeds per pack
Tender aromatic leaves with classic sweetness. A kitchen essential. Suits beds or pots; great for sauces, sandwiches, pizzas, and fresh toppings.
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Key Features
- A myriad of uses, this tender herb does more than just sauces. Pile it on sandwiches, fresh pesto, caprese, and more.
- Responsive to pinching: more side shoots, more harvest.
- Warmth-loving annual; happiest in full sun and rich, draining soil.
- Container-friendly for patios and kitchen doorsteps, and window sills.
Quick Facts (Grow Guide)
| Botanical name | Ocimum basilicum |
| Sun | Full sun (warm conditions) |
| Sowing method | Direct sow after frost or start indoors ~6 weeks early; scatter 2–3 seeds per inch (~2–3 cm) |
| Sowing depth | ¼″ / 6 mm |
| Spacing | Thin to 8–12″ / 20–30 cm; rows about 18″ / 45 cm |
| Germination | ~5–15 days, ~65–70°F / 18–21°C (warmer soil speeds sprouting) |
| Soil | Moist but free-draining; moderate fertility; avoid drought stress |
| Harvest | Cut small bunches first, then larger sprigs; finish with a full cut before plants flower |
Tips: Pinch flowers to keep leaves tender and extend the season. Water evenly, and avoid cold drafts (< 50°F / 10°C).
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