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Basil · warm season

Lemon

Lemon Basil: Citrus Zest for Culinary Delights Awaken your taste buds with the citrusy freshness of Lemon Basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Lemon'). This annual herb is a culinary delight, infusing dishes with a hint of lemony zest. Explore the vibrant flavor and aromatic charm of Lemon Basil, a versatile…

Days to harvest
80
Plant spacing
4-8"
Sprouts in
8 days
Light
Full sun

When to plant

  1. Start indoors
    6–8 weeks before your last frost
  2. Transplant outside
    2 weeks after your last frost
  3. Sow outside
    1–2 weeks after your last frost · sow again every 2–3 weeks

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Growing tips

  • For a steady harvest, sow a little every 2–3 weeks instead of all at once.
  • Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings appear, usually in about 8 days.

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