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Park Seed Basil Herb Plant Seeds, Easy to Grow, Variety of Colors, Spring Garden, Organic Italian Large Leaf, Pack of 100

Park Seed Basil Herb Plant Seeds, Easy to Grow, Variety of Colors, Spring Garden, Organic Italian Large Leaf, Pack of 100

$11.93 USD
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About This

  • Days to Maturity: 75 from direct sow. Basils are loaded with volatile oils, responsible for the heady aroma and strong flavor so essential to cooking. Large Leaf Italian basil is regarded as the essential variety for true Neapolitan cuisine, especially pesto. And in the garden, basil works to repel aphids, mites, and hornworms.
  • Expect this Genovese-type basil to grow 18 to 24 inches high and 12 to 15 inches wide. The dark green, shiny leaves grow up to 3 inches long on a tall, erect plant that is slow to bolt. Small terminal bunches of pink flowers will bud out in summer; pinch the new buds away if you want to harvest more of the leaves!
  • Begin seeds either indoors in late winter or direct-sow in spring. To start indoors, sow about 6 to 8 weeks before last frost. The seeds will germinate in 5 to 10 days. Transplant when they have 2 sets of true leaves, spacing plants 12 to 15 inch apart in garden, or in your best containers. If you are direct-sowing, wait until soil has thoroughly warmed up in spring. Then cover the seeds with about ¼-inch of soil, and thin the young plants to 12 to 15 inch apart when they are about 2 inch tall
  • As your basil plants grow, pinch off the central stem when they are about 6 weeks old, and prune back each stem when it has more than 8 sets of leaves. (Cut it back to the first or second set of leaves, harvesting the rest.) If you keep your plants well pinched and pruned, you should be able to harvest half a cup of fresh leaves every week during the growing season!
  • Basil loves hot weather and plenty of sunshine, but it needs consistently moist, rich soil. Mulch the plants to retain moisture, and water heavily during dry spells. Harvest the plant before the cold weather sets in, as this will affect the leaves, texture, and flavor. Freeze entire stems, with the leaves still attached, for best flavor retention, or dry the leaves for seasoning. You will always be assured of a big harvest from Large Leaf Italian!

Overview

  • Plant or Animal Product Type : Herb
  • Indoor/Outdoor Usage : Indoor
  • Brand : Park Seed
  • Material Feature : Organic
  • Color : Organic Italian Large Leaf
  • Expected Blooming Period : Year Round
  • Sunlight Exposure : Full Sun
  • Unit Count : 100.0 Count
  • Expected Planting Period : Year Round
  • Product Care Instructions : water
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It’s clear that everything is handpicked with love and experience. I didn’t have to waste time — they had exactly what I needed. Shopping here made gardening feel exciting again. It’s clear that everything is handpicked with love and experience. I didn’t have to waste time — they had exactly... It’s clear that everything is handpicked with love and experience. I didn’t have to waste time — they had exactly what I needed. Shopping here made gardening feel exciting again.

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I was worried about shipping damage, but everything arrived perfectly. The packaging was thoughtful, and the plants settled quickly into their new home. I’ll definitely be ordering again! I was worried about shipping damage, but everything arrived perfectly. The packaging was thoughtful, and the plants settled quickly into... I was worried about shipping damage, but everything arrived perfectly. The packaging was thoughtful, and the plants settled quickly into their new home. I’ll definitely be ordering again!

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I used to kill every plant I touched. Thanks to these curated selections, I now have a thriving little garden that brings me joy every day! 🌼 I used to kill every plant I touched. Thanks to these curated selections, I now have a thriving little garden... I used to kill every plant I touched. Thanks to these curated selections, I now have a thriving little garden that brings me joy every day! 🌼

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Amazing Seeds, Great Germination

I planted their herb seeds and within days, tiny sprouts appeared! Everything grew fast and healthy — the quality was outstanding. Now my kitchen smells like fresh basil every day! 🌿 I planted their herb seeds and within days, tiny sprouts appeared! Everything grew fast and healthy — the quality was... I planted their herb seeds and within days, tiny sprouts appeared! Everything grew fast and healthy — the quality was outstanding. Now my kitchen smells like fresh basil every day! 🌿

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Every tool I received feels solid and well-crafted. The plants were vibrant and clearly chosen with care. Shopping here felt like getting expert advice without the pressure. Every tool I received feels solid and well-crafted. The plants were vibrant and clearly chosen with care. Shopping here felt... Every tool I received feels solid and well-crafted. The plants were vibrant and clearly chosen with care. Shopping here felt like getting expert advice without the pressure.

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