Organic Lettuce Leaf Basil Potted Herb – Slightly Spicy, Aromatic – 4.5″ Pot

Grow Your Own Organic Lettuce Leaf Basil

Treat yourself to the delightful taste of fresh, home-grown Organic Lettuce Leaf Basil. The difference in flavor compared to store-bought herbs is truly impressive. This heirloom variety, Ocimum basilicum, has been cultivated since the late 1800s and is known for its abundant yield of large, fragrant leaves.

Lettuce Leaf Basil is a fantastic addition to any herb garden. Growing basil is fun and rewarding, providing you with fresh ingredients for your culinary creations. This variety is particularly well-suited for making pesto due to its large, flavorful leaves. It’s also excellent for adding a distinctive flavor to meat, fish dishes, gravies, soups, salads, and vegetables. The slightly spicy and aromatic profile will elevate your dishes.

Plant your Lettuce Leaf Basil 8-12 inches apart in a location with full sun to partial shade. This plant thrives in warm conditions and requires moderate watering. Pinch off flower heads to encourage productivity and prevent bolting. In summer, the plant produces spikes of whorled, edible, pale-pink flowers, adding beauty to your garden. It’s sweet, but not as strong as other sweet basils, making it particularly suitable for tossing into salads or wrapping fish, chicken, or a rice stuffing for grilling.

This basil plant loves the sun and hot weather. With proper care, your Organic Lettuce Leaf Basil will grow to a height of 2-3 feet. Enjoy immediate shipping and start growing your own fresh herbs today! This is not just a plant; it’s an experience, a journey from seed to table, a connection to nature’s bounty right in your backyard.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How big will the Lettuce Leaf Basil plant get? The plant typically grows to be 2-3 feet tall.
• What are the best conditions for growing Lettuce Leaf Basil? It thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate watering.
• Is Lettuce Leaf Basil easy to grow? Yes, it’s relatively easy to grow, especially if you pinch off the flower heads to keep it productive.
• Can I eat the flowers of the Lettuce Leaf Basil plant? Yes, the flowers are edible and have a mild basil flavor.
• How often should I water my Lettuce Leaf Basil? Water moderately, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.