Basil Seeds - Lettuce Leaf

Minimum Seeds per Packet: 90

Packet Weight: 0.2g

Planting Season: After Last Frost

Planting Method: Direct Seed or Transplant

Seed Depth: 1/4"

Direct Seed Spacing: 2-4"

Soil Temperature: 65-85 ℉

Days to Sprout: 7-14

Mature Spacing: 10-14"

Sun Requirement: Full Sun

Frost Tolerance: Frost Sensitive

Days to Harvest: 75

Production Cycle: Annual

When to Seed Basil

This annual herb should be direct seeded into the garden in early spring or transplanted once all danger of frost has passed. 

Where to Plant Basil

This plant will appreciate a spot with full sun. Loose, well-draining soil is ideal but this plant will tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. Some light afternoon shade can be beneficial to prevent the leaves from getting burned. 

Growing Basil

Sow seeds ¼ inch deep and two to four inches apart. Once mature, thin to ten to 14 inches apart. When established, this herb is low maintenance. 

Harvesting Basil

Basil leaves can be harvested with sharp shears and used fresh or dried. Regularly harvesting the flower spikes will result in a longer foliage harvest and bushier plants.