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Italian Basil Seeds, Large Leaf, Heirloom, Culinary, Edible, Non-GMO, Easy to Grow for Planting Indoor & Outdoor Gardening

Italian Basil Seeds, Large Leaf, Heirloom, Culinary, Edible, Non-GMO, Easy to Grow for Planting Indoor & Outdoor Gardening

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Italian Large Leaf Basil (Ocimum basilicum) — Non-GMO, Classic Pesto Herb

Fragrant, sweet, and fast-growing. Great for beds or containers; perfect for pesto, caprese, pizza, pasta, and fresh salads.

✅ Non-GMO • ✅ Fresh stock • ✅ High germination

Why You’ll Love It

  • Large, tender leaves with a sweet, classic Italian flavor.
  • Vigorous plants — pinch tips for bushier growth and more harvest.
  • Sun-loving; thrives in warm conditions with even moisture.
  • Perfect in pots, raised beds, or along kitchen-garden paths.

Quick Facts (Grow Guide)

Botanical name Ocimum basilicum
Sun Full sun
Sowing method Direct sow after last frost or start indoors ~6 weeks early; 2–3 seeds per inch (~2–3 cm)
Sowing depth ¼″ / 6 mm (light cover)
Spacing Thin to 8–12″ / 20–30 cm; rows ~18″ / 45 cm
Germination ~5–10 days around 65–70°F / 18–21°C
Soil Moderately rich, well-drained; steady moisture (basil isn’t drought-tolerant)
Harvest Begin light harvest after plants establish; pinch to branch; cut whole plants before flowering

Ways to Use

  • Culinary: pesto, caprese, bruschetta, pastas, soups.
  • Fresh finishes: chiffonade over pizza, risotto, grilled veggies.
  • Garden: frequent picking = bushier plants and longer season.

What You’ll Receive

  • Select your pack size in the listing variations
  • Fresh, Non-GMO seeds in a moisture-resistant packet
  • Simple sowing guide
  • Germination guarantee — free replacement if seeds fail to sprout
Pro tip: Pinch out growing tips early and often; keep evenly moist and harvest before flowering for the best flavor.
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