(Ocimum basilicum var. minimum) Greek basils are the adorable mini-topiary plants of the basil world. Leaves are much smaller than other basil varieties, making them perfect for garnishes or whole-leaf use in things like panzanella or caprese. The taste is somewhat sweeter and spicier than Italian largeleaf varieties, with plenty of the classic flavor. Plants are very ornamental, growing in dense spherical domes, and are especially well suited to container gardens. Plants are slow to bolt, but be sure to pinch back flowers to encourage vegetative growth.
70 days. AV

Packet: 100 seeds

[split]

Growing Info

SOWING:

Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before your last frost.

Transplant out after your last frost.

May be direct seeded after your last frost when soil has warmed

Note: Pinch off flowers for maximum leaf growth.

PLANTING DEPTH:

1/4"

SPACING:

8-10" between plants in rows 12" apart.

EMERGENCE:

5-10 days @ soil temp 65-70F

LIGHT:

Full sun

FERTILITY:

Moderate-Rich. Well-drained, evenly moist, and loamy soil is preferred. Basil is not drought-tolerant!

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Basil is not drought tolerant and prefers even moisture.

To prevent wilting, harvest early morning when air temperature is still cool and dew is on the leaves.

Basil, Greek 'Greco a Palla'