Italian Large Leaf Basil Herb Plant
Italian Large Leaf Basil Herb Plant
- Spacing: 12 inches
- Days to Harvest: 25
- Sweet with a touch of spice
- Each 3-Inch Pot contains 1 Italian Large Leaf Basil Herb Plant
How to Say Italian Large Leaf Basil Herb Plant
Plant Features
Large Leaf Basil is a fragrant and flavorful herb with large, oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges and a bright green color. The herb has a sweet, yet slightly spicy flavor with hints of anise and mint. It is commonly used in many dishes, from pastas and pizzas to salads, soups, and sauces. It is also great for adding flavor to vegetables, grilled meats, and fish.
Basil Companion Plants: Peppers, Carrots, Chives
We grow our Italian Large Leaf Basil Herb Plants organically and guarantee them to arrive alive and thriving!
Plant Characteristics
When to harvest: When individual leaves are the desired size
Production Time: Multiply Pickings
Habit: Upright
Flower Color: White
Foliage Color: Green
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Beneficial Insects
Features: Fragrant
Garden Styles: Butterfly Garden, Container Garden, Cottage Garden, English Garden, Indoor Garden, Pollinator Garden, Therapeutic Garden
Plant Used for: Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Edible, Healing and Medicinal, Natural Pest Control
Pet Friendly: Yes
Plant Type: Open-Pollinated
Plant Needs
Sunlight: 6+ hours
Watering Needs: Consistently moist, but not waterlogged
Soil Properties: Well-drained
Tolerates: Sandy soil
Fertilizer: Every 3-4 weeks
Growing Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Product Reviews
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"Not My Favorite"
Nancy J. on 9/16/2023 2:28:56 PM
Comment: Not as hearty as the Genovese
"basil"
Michael F. on 8/14/2023 8:22:09 AM
Comment: Basil is doing great
"Basil"
Carolyn S. on 6/3/2023 12:55:11 PM
Comment: Healthy plant upon arrival. Growing wwell in composted soil.
"Excellent Quality!"
Heidi C. on 5/24/2023 1:14:42 PM
Comment: I ordered several herbs and they were expertly packaged, high quality, healthy and it was a great selection. The herbs were shipped promptly as I’d requested and for a decent price. I’ll buy from GrowJoy again!
"Perfect!"
Mary L. on 4/29/2023 8:18:39 AM
Comment: This basil plant arrived in superb condition and is already a nice size. The packaging was superior as always. Another excellent plant from an excellent company!
"Herb"
Gina Booth on 4/25/2022 7:49:25 AM
Comment: The basil is exactly as advertised. It’s doing great and looks great
"Growing Strong"
Ty F on 7/8/2021 11:13:31 PM
Comment: Bought 2 plants and they both are growing well all season long. 1 of my plants didn't arrive well, but received great customer service and it eventually rebounded.
"Italian Basil plant"
Frank Dziabuda on 6/25/2021 6:24:32 AM
Comment: Plants were in great condition when arrived. I planted in the garden and is doing well. I grew this herb last 2 years from Grow Joy and am very happy with the result. Looking forward to making pesto!
"Arrived in great shape"
sabrina w on 5/11/2021 6:46:38 AM
Comment: I purchase some of my veggie and herb starter plants every year from GrowJoy. I am never disappointed.
"French Garden"
Patti Y on 7/13/2020 5:12:42 PM
Comment: This plant is right out my back door. And every time I go in and out the door and brush up against I just imagine what a French or Italian herb garden must smell like.
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