light pink rose on stem with green leaves

Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Lamiaceae

Growth Habit

Herbaceous

Description

Fusarium wilt resistant basil. Large leaf type for field, greenhouse, and hydroponic growing. Almost identical in appearance to Italian Large Leaf. Leaves up to 4" long, sweet scent and flavor.

Source of plant

Johnny's Selected Seeds, Richters

USDA Hardiness Zone

10

Special characteristics

food, disease resistance, tender perennial