Basil
Basil is a leafy, fragrant annual with a bushy appearance that grows well both outdoors and indoors. Basil is easy to grow and does best in an area that gets 6 to 8 hours of full sun daily. Soil should be moist and well-drained. Remember to pinch out the flower heads as soon as they appear to make sure that the leaves will continue growing. Every time a branch has six to eight leaves, repeat pruning the branches back to their first set of leaves. If pruned regularly, twelve basil plants will produce 4 to 6 cups of leaves per week. Tomatoes make great neighbors for Basil plants in the garden.
LemonLemon Basil is an attractive, spreading silver-green plant with lemony aroma and flavor is great for potpourris, tea, chicken, fish, vegetables and herb vinegars. Attracts butterflies and bees to the garden. More heat tolerant than Sweet Basil.
Height: 18 in. Days to Maturity: 80 Sun Exposure: Full Sun |
Red RubinRed Rubin Basil is the perfect combination of ornamental appeal and intense, spicy flavor. Its compact habit, handsome foliage and wonderful aroma make it welcome in any garden, while its flavourful leaves make flavored vinegars and oils!
Height: 15-20 in. Days to Maturity: 68 Sun Exposure: Full Sun |
SweetThe key ingredient in classic Italian pesto, Sweet Basil has big leaves that are fast and easy to grow so that you can make your own pesto to freeze for year-round use. Great for containers, but be sure to keep watered.
Height: 18 in. Days to Maturity: 85 Sun Exposure: Full Sun |