Lettuce-Leaf Basil Seeds 🌿
Lettuce-leaf basil is one of the finest basil varieties, featuring very large, broad, and crinkled light green leaves with a pleasant, mild aroma. Ideal for home gardening, fresh cooking, or drying. This high-quality Italian variety is suitable for both beginners and professional growers.
- Special FeaturesLarge leaves resembling lettuce
- Fast growth with abundant yield
- Balanced, mild fragrance
- Suitable for pots or garden cultivation
- Ideal for fresh use or drying
- High seed purity: 97%
- Good germination rate: approximately 75%
Plant Characteristics
- Plant Type: Aromatic herbaceous plant
- Leaf Color: Light green
- Leaf Shape: Broad, crinkled, and slightly inflated
- Use: Cooking, garnish, and aromatic herb
Expected Plant Height
- Approximately 30 – 50 cm at full growth (depending on care and conditions)
Sunlight Requirements
- Requires 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily
- Can tolerate partial shade in very hot climates
Water and Humidity Requirements
- Regular watering without overwatering
- Soil should remain moist but well-drained
- Light misting of leaves is recommended in dry conditions
Suitable Soil Type
- Light, fertile, and well-draining soil
- Preferred mix: garden soil + peat moss or organic compost
- Neutral soil pH
Planting Period
Best Planting Time: February – September in warm climates
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Harvest: 30 – 45 days after sowing
Indoor or Outdoor Growing
- Indoor: Near a sunny window
- Outdoor: Balconies, terraces, and open gardens
- Ideal for pots and raised beds
Care Instructions
- Regularly pinch the tops to encourage branching
- Remove flowers to maintain strong leaf growth
- Light fertilization every 2–3 weeks
- Sensitive to frost 🌱