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Basil Seeds - Lemon Basil - Ocimum basilicum

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Ocimum basilicum - Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated, Heirloom, Untreated
Vibrant Citrus Aroma & Flavor: This basil variety offers a refreshing, zesty scent and a distinctive lemon-basil flavor, perfect for adding a bright note to fish, poultry, salads, and vinaigrettes.
Compact, Bushy Growth: With its tidy, upright habit, lemon basil is an excellent choice for container gardening, sunny windowsills, or as a beautiful border plant.
Attracts Pollinators: The fragrant leaves and small white flowers are a magnet for bees and other beneficial insects, making it a great companion plant in your vegetable garden.
Heat Tolerant: Unlike many other basil varieties, lemon basil is more tolerant of heat, making it a reliable performer in warmer climates.
Easy to Grow: A low-maintenance and forgiving herb that is perfect for new gardeners.
Continuous Harvest: Pinching back the flower spikes and regularly harvesting leaves will encourage a continuous supply of fresh, flavorful basil from summer until the first frost.
Versatile Culinary Herb: A fantastic substitute for both lemon and basil in recipes, it adds a unique and delicious twist to a wide range of dishes and drinks.

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USDA Hardiness Zones

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

USDA Zones 2-11 - Grows as a warm-season annual in all zones. Basil is extremely sensitive to cold and will die with the first frost.

Best performance in Zones 4-11 where long, warm summers provide ideal growing conditions.

Northern Zones (2-5) - Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date. Do not transplant outdoors until all danger of frost has passed and night temperatures are consistently above 50F. Can be grown indoors year-round.

Hot Climate Zones (9-11) - Plant in early spring for summer harvest. In desert regions with extreme heat, some afternoon shade can prevent wilting and stress. Plant again in late summer for a fall harvest.

Soil Temperature - Requires warm soil for germination. Sow seeds after the soil has warmed to at least 70F, with optimal soil temperature of 75-85F.

Growing Season - Requires 60-90 frost-free days for full production potential, making it suitable for all zones when planted at the appropriate time relative to local frost dates.

Learn more about USDA Hardiness Zones here

USDA Hardiness Zones

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

USDA Zones 2-11 - Grows as a warm-season annual in all zones. Basil is extremely sensitive to cold and will die with the first frost.

Best performance in Zones 4-11 where long, warm summers provide ideal growing conditions.

Northern Zones (2-5) - Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date. Do not transplant outdoors until all danger of frost has passed and night temperatures are consistently above 50F. Can be grown indoors year-round.

Hot Climate Zones (9-11) - Plant in early spring for summer harvest. In desert regions with extreme heat, some afternoon shade can prevent wilting and stress. Plant again in late summer for a fall harvest.

Soil Temperature - Requires warm soil for germination. Sow seeds after the soil has warmed to at least 70F, with optimal soil temperature of 75-85F.

Growing Season - Requires 60-90 frost-free days for full production potential, making it suitable for all zones when planted at the appropriate time relative to local frost dates.

Learn more about USDA Hardiness Zones here

Planting Tips

USDA Zones 2-11 - Grows as a warm-season annual in all zones. Basil is extremely sensitive to cold and will die with the first frost.

Best performance in Zones 4-11 where long, warm summers provide ideal growing conditions.

Northern Zones (2-5) - Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date. Do not transplant outdoors until all danger of frost has passed and night temperatures are consistently above 50F. Can be grown indoors year-round.

Hot Climate Zones (9-11) - Plant in early spring for summer harvest. In desert regions with extreme heat, some afternoon shade can prevent wilting and stress. Plant again in late summer for a fall harvest.

Soil Temperature - Requires warm soil for germination. Sow seeds after the soil has warmed to at least 70F, with optimal soil temperature of 75-85F.

Growing Season - Requires 60-90 frost-free days for full production potential, making it suitable for all zones when planted at the appropriate time relative to local frost dates.

Planting Tips

USDA Zones 2-11 - Grows as a warm-season annual in all zones. Basil is extremely sensitive to cold and will die with the first frost.

Best performance in Zones 4-11 where long, warm summers provide ideal growing conditions.

Northern Zones (2-5) - Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost date. Do not transplant outdoors until all danger of frost has passed and night temperatures are consistently above 50F. Can be grown indoors year-round.

Hot Climate Zones (9-11) - Plant in early spring for summer harvest. In desert regions with extreme heat, some afternoon shade can prevent wilting and stress. Plant again in late summer for a fall harvest.

Soil Temperature - Requires warm soil for germination. Sow seeds after the soil has warmed to at least 70F, with optimal soil temperature of 75-85F.

Growing Season - Requires 60-90 frost-free days for full production potential, making it suitable for all zones when planted at the appropriate time relative to local frost dates.

Basil Seeds - Lemon Basil - Ocimum basilicum

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