Sweet Basil Seeds – Italian Large Leaf, Non-GMO Heirloom

pizza. It is the quintessential culinary basil for any kitchen garden. Who it's for A must-grow for home cooks and pesto lovers who want large, flavorful leaves and gardeners looking for a reliable, productive summer herb. How & when to plant Start indoors 4–6 weeks before your last frost, or direct-sow once soil is warm and nights stay above 50°F. Sow 1/4 inch deep, spacing plants 10–12 inches apart in full sun (6+ hours). This tender annual grows well in USDA zones 4–10; keep soil evenly moist and pinch growing tips to build a full, bushy plant. Harvest Leaves are ready to pick in about 60–75 days. Harvest from the top by pinching stems just above a leaf pair, taking up to a third of the plant at a time. Removing flower buds as they appear keeps the leaves tender and the plant producing into fall. Benefits & uses The large, sweet leaves are perfect for pesto, tomato sauces, caprese salad, and fresh garnishes. Plant generously for a steady kitchen supply, or succession-sow for fresh basil all season. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Italian Large Leaf Basil From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.