Lemon Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

A versatile herb that will add brilliant, citrus-basil flavor to your menu! Delicious in salads, marinades, stir-fries, dressings, lemon beverages, and as a tea. An excellent companion plant for your peppers and tomatoes and an effective mosquito repellant.

• 100 seeds minimum
• Germination: 7-10 days
• Maturity: 60-80 days
• Direct sow in full sun 1/4 deep after last frost or start indoors 5-6 weeks prior to last frost. Harden off seedlings before transplanting.
• Basil prefers well-drained soil.
• Space plants 8 apart; space rows 18-24 apart.