Lemon Basil
Certified Organic Seed
Ocimum basilicum
Strong aroma, great fresh or in cooked dishes.
Can also be added to sweets, like muffins and breakfast breads for a bit of local lemon flavor.
from $3.50
Unit | Price | Quantity | Availability |
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250 Seeds | $3.50 | In Stock | |
750 Seeds | $6.50 | In Stock | |
1 Ounce | $8.95 | In Stock |
Direct sow after frost, or start indoors up to 1 month before last frost date. To have fresh basil the whole season, start in succession at one-month intervals. Pinch off tallest growth in order to keep basil from flowering; flavor becomes too strong once in bloom. Good for garden or container plantings.
Days to Germination | 4 to 10 days |
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Days to Maturity | 60 days |
Planting Depth | ¼ inch |
Spacing in Row | 8 to 12 inches |
Spacing Between Rows | 12 to 24 inches |
Height at Maturity | 12 to 24 inches |
Width at Maturity | 12 inches |
Sun Preference | Full Sun |