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Sweet Mammoth Basil

Sweet Mammoth Basil

Ocimum basilicum

SKU: H-BASSMA
Collection: Herbs
Tags: basil

This lettuce-leaf variety from Italy grows ruffled leaves as large as your hand, delivering a very strong flavor that's perfect for sauces, pesto, and even fresh on a sandwich. Try growing this basil on a sunny windowsill - it loves filtered light. Remove flowers to encourage leaf production.

Details

Botanical NameOcimum basilicum
Height50cm
ExposureFull Sun
HardinessZone 10

Planting Instructions

  • Remove from the growing container.
  • Dig a hole 2 times container size and same depth of container.
  • Refill with dry soil.
  • Water thoroughly after planting.