Looking for a fragrant and flavorful addition to your herb garden? Try our Basil Lettuce Leaf seeds! Large 6” leaves are pleasantly mild in flavor, making Lettuce Leaf Basil incredibly versatile in the kitchen. It is great for making pesto, tossing into fragrant salads and making delicious wraps. Leaves are also nutritious, containing vitamin A and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium!
A packet of 20 seeds.
Our seeds are carefully selected and packaged to ensure you get the freshest and highest quality basil lettuce leaf greens. They're easy to grow, fast-maturing, and thrive in warm weather conditions.
These basil lettuce leaf seeds are perfect for home gardeners who want to grow fresh and delicious herbs in their own backyard. They're also great for urban gardeners who want to add some greenery to their balconies or windowsill.
Order now and enjoy the unique and delicious taste of basil lettuce leaf in your own kitchen!
Some other common names for Basil include Sweet Basil, Italian Basil, Genovese Basil, Thai Basil, Holy Basil, Lemon Basil, Lime Basil, Cinnamon Basil, Purple Basil, Red Rubin Basil, Spicy Globe Basil, Christmas Basil, African Blue Basil.
Prepare the soil: Basil thrives in well-draining soil with a neutral pH level. If you're planting in a pot, fill it with a good-quality potting mix. If you're planting in a garden bed, add some organic matter like compost or aged manure to improve the soil quality.
Sow the seeds: Sow the basil seeds about 1/4 inch deep in the soil. If you're planting in a pot, place 2-3 seeds per pot. If you're planting in a garden bed, space the seeds about 8-10 inches apart.
Water the seeds: Water the soil gently to keep it moist, but not waterlogged. Basil seeds need consistent moisture to germinate, so make sure the soil doesn't dry out.
Provide light and warmth: Basil seeds need plenty of sunlight and warmth to germinate. If you're planting in a pot, place it in a warm, sunny spot indoors. If you're planting in a garden bed, make sure the area gets at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Thin the seedlings: Once the seedlings have grown a few inches tall, thin them out so that there's only one plant per pot or one plant every 8-10 inches in the garden bed.
Water and fertilize: Water the basil plants regularly, making sure the soil stays consistently moist. Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Harvest the leaves: Once the plants are established and have grown to a good size, you can start harvesting the leaves. Pinch off the leaves at the stem, being careful not to damage the plant.
By following these simple steps, you can easily grow your own fresh and delicious basil from seeds!