Ocimum basilicum 'Giant Plain Leaf'

Common Name: Sweet Basil, Large Leaf Basil, Giant Sweet Basil

Common Alternative: Giant Plain Leaf

Ocimum basilicum 'Giant Plain Leaf' has large leaves with a sweet, spicy fragrance and flavor. The perfect Sweet Basil for a full-bodied pesto. Flowers are attractive in the herb garden, but are usually pinched off as buds form to promote high-quality leaves for cooking.

THE perfect basil for pesto
Use leaves fresh, dried, or fresh frozen
Sweet, spicy aroma and flavor

Height

24-30 Inches

Spread

12-16 Inches

Hardiness

Not hardy

Exposure

  • Full Sun
  • Full to Part Sun

Attributes

  • Fragrant
  • Vigorous Growth
  • Truly Heat Tolerant

Bloom Color

  • White/Ivory
Ocimum basilicum (Sweet Basil, Large Leaf Basil, Giant Sweet Basil)
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