Basil Foglia Seeds – Italian Lettuce Leaf | SUMMER / WINTER

Italian Lettuce Leaf Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a traditional large-leaf variety valued for its aromatic, tender green foliage.

Sow seeds approximately 3–5 mm deep in fertile, well-draining soil. Provide 4–6 hours of sunlight, consistent moisture and regular pinching of growing tips to encourage bushy growth. Harvest young leaves frequently for the best flavour.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

• Common Name: Italian Lettuce Leaf Basil

• Italian Name: Basilico a Foglia di Lattuga

• Type: Culinary herb

• Leaves: Very large, broad, slightly crinkled

• Leaf Colour: Bright to medium green

• Aroma: Sweet, fresh and aromatic

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy

• Plant Height: Approximately 40–60 cm

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Special Features: Large leaves, excellent culinary flavour and repeated harvesting

Recommended Grow Bags

G-8 Grow Bag – 8 × 8 inch – 1 plant.

G-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch – 1–2 plants.

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch – 2–3 plants with adequate spacing.

Recommended Soil / Potting Mix

50% Bhalu Mitti / Garden Soil + 30% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost + 20% Cocopeat

Use fertile, loose and well-draining soil.

Growing Instructions from Seeds

• Method: Direct sowing or nursery trays

• Sowing Depth: Approximately 3–5 mm

• Germination: 5–10 days

• Ideal Temperature: 20–28°C

• Plant Spacing: 20–30 cm

• Watering: Maintain light, consistent moisture

Thin seedlings after germination and retain healthy plants.

Sunlight & Watering

Sunlight: 4–6 hours of direct sunlight, with light afternoon shade during extreme summer heat.

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged.

Growth & Harvesting

• First Leaf Harvest: Approximately 35–50 days after sowing

• Harvested Part: Fresh aromatic leaves

• Growth Habit: Bushy with regular pinching

• Harvesting: Repeated throughout the growing season

Pinch growing tips above a pair of leaves to promote branching. Remove flower buds regularly when growing primarily for culinary leaves.

Feeding

Apply GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost before sowing and provide additional light feeding during active growth when necessary.

Culinary Uses

• Fresh pesto

• Italian pasta

• Pizza toppings

• Fresh salads

• Sandwiches

• Herb sauces

• Tomato dishes

• Aromatic garnishing

Related Products

• GREEN GARDENS Grow Bags

• GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost

• GREEN GARDENS Vegetable Seeds

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