Basil is a culinary herb with large, aromatic leaves that add exceptional flavor to meals, especially pizza, pasta, and Mediterranean dishes. This essential kitchen garden herb provides fresh leaves throughout the growing season for cooking, making pesto, and creating fragrant herb oils. Perfect for herb gardens, container growing, or kitchen windowsill cultivation where fresh herbs are always within reach for cooking. Plant in well-draining soil in full sun, spacing 20-25cm apart for optimal growth. Feed monthly during growing season with a balanced herb fertilizer to encourage continuous leaf production and maintain aromatic potency. Learn more about growing herbs for you and the bees or discover tips for successful container gardening.
Botanical Name | Ocimum Basilicum |
Growth Expectancy |
40cm H x 30cm W |
Position |
Sun |
Water Smart | No |
Indigenous | No |