Grow the essential taste of summer with our classic Sweet Basil seeds. This beloved heirloom is the go-to variety for countless culinary creations, celebrated for its large, tender leaves and delightful, sweet aroma and flavor. It's the indispensable ingredient for making authentic pesto, topping a margherita pizza, or layering in a fresh caprese salad. Easy to grow and wonderfully productive, no summer garden is complete without a patch of fresh Sweet Basil.
⭐ What you'll love
The classic, sweet basil flavor essential for pesto and caprese salads.
Large, tender, and highly aromatic leaves perfect for any dish.
An easy-to-grow herb that thrives in the summer heat.
A "cut-and-come-again" plant that provides a season-long harvest.
🌿 Seed details
Plant Name: Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 250 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Annual
Height: 18-24 inches
Days to Maturity: 60-70 days
USDA Zone: 2-11
Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost and cool weather has passed.
Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart.
Light Requirement: Full Sun.
Soil: Prefers rich, well-draining soil.
Care: Pinch off flower buds to encourage a bushier plant and prolong the leaf harvest.
✅ Our seed packets
Professionally designed and made.
Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
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