About this Product
Large leaf Italian basil seeds:
This variety of basil is native to Europe but has been used in the U.S since the 1700s. It's been called the official authentic Neapolitan basil of Italian cuisine. Large-leaf Italian basil can be used dried or fresh. You will have double the yields of basil since these leaves are more than double the size of traditional basil. Each leaf will span 3"-4" inches across.
The flavor is very similar to Genovese varieties, but a little bit sweeter. This has earned it the secondary name of "sweet basil". This basil pairs perfectly with the Florentine tomato (see our listing for Costuleto Florentino tomato) for making top-notch Italian sauces for pasta dishes.
Like other basil varieties, this makes a great companion plant for tomatoes. It is said it will improve the flavor of your tomatoes. In addition, basil has a strong scent that masks the odors of your other veggies, making it difficult for pests to find since they locate plants by the smell from miles away.
This variety has a maturity date of 70 days
Blue Pumpkin Seed Co.
Colorado Springs, CO
Meet the Maker
Welcome to Blue Pumpkin Seed Co.! My lifelong love of gardening, especially pumpkins, led me to create this company.
We started as a small family business on Etsy in 2020, sharing our passion for heirloom seeds. Over time, I took charge to ensure this labor of love would flourish. I'm thrilled to now offer you a carefully curated selection of seeds directly.
The wonder of watching a seed grow continues to inspire me. As a fellow gardener, I share the same excitement and joy for gardening as our customers do.
