HERB: BASIL:

ITALIAN LARGE LEAF

(OCIMUM BASILICUM)

Growing to up to 40cm in height this variety has significantly larger leaves than “Genovese Basil” and a milder and sweeter flavour. This variety is ideal for salads. The larger leaves can also be used to “wrap” meat, fish or a cheeky ball of mozzarella!

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP – MAR

Temperate: SEP, OCT, NOV, DEC

Sub – Tropical: AUG – MAR

Tropical: ALL YEAR

Arid: SEP – MAR

 

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 5.5 – 7

Rich, well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Sow in trays indoors 5mm deep – transplant 30cm apart.

Keep moist.

Frost tender.

Tip: prune regularly and remove flowers.

DAYS TO HARVEST

80 – 90 Days

APPROX 100 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED

100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY