Ocimum basilicum ‘Napolitano’
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Ocimum basilicum ‘Napolitano’, Lettuce Leaf Basil
Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Ocimum
Clusters of white flowers. Large, bright green, textured, crinkled oval leaves. Culinary; good with pasta, sauces and for making pesto and basil oil.
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Characteristics:
Lettuce Leaf Basil can be seen at the herb farm in Jekka’s Herbetum and is available to buy as herb plants.
Details
Growing
• Indoor Sowing: In late spring, into prepared plug trays or pots, cover with perlite. Bottom heat, 18°C, aids germination. Only water seedlings before midday.
• Outdoor Sowing: In early summer, into a rich well-drained soil, in a sheltered, sunny position. Thin to 30cm apart.
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