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BASIL, SWEET
Ocimum basilicum Annual Height: 24"-36" Light: Sun Soil: Moist Well Drained Soil Color: White Symbolism: Good Wishes |
Category: Annual Culinary Fragrance |
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Native to India & Asia, cultivated over 5000 yrs. Member of mint family is among most important herbs around the world. Wrinkled, 2-3" long, bright green leaves have sweet, pungent odor when brushed. White flowers whorls on ends of branches in summer. Fresh is best because it is more pungent, but can also be dried and freezes well. A must in Italian cuisine! | |