{"product_id":"sweet-basil-lettuce-leaf","title":"Sweet Basil (Lettuce Leaf)","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"291\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e🌿 Sweet Basil (Lettuce Leaf) — Organic Seeds\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"400\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"333\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"350\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lettuce Leaf Basil, Large Leaf Basil, Sweet Basil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"430\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e🌱 Seed Quality Promise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"682\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAll seeds sold by \u003cstrong data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eYahuah’s Farm\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"536\"\u003e100% organic, non-GMO, and never chemically treated or coated\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eWe do not sell pelleted, dyed, chemically enhanced, or synthetic-treated seeds.\u003cbr data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eWhat you plant should be as pure as the medicine it becomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"724\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAbout Sweet Basil (Lettuce Leaf)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"1039\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLettuce Leaf Basil is a large-leafed, tender, and highly aromatic variety of sweet basil known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"868\"\u003ecrinkled, soft, bright green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e and mild, slightly sweet flavor. The leaves are much larger than standard basil varieties, making them perfect for \u003cstrong data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003ewraps, fresh eating, pesto, drying, and herbal use\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1247\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis basil grows vigorously, producing lush foliage and branching easily when harvested regularly. It is one of the best varieties for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003ehigh-yield gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, kitchen gardens, and homestead food production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1282\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Herbal Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1327\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSweet Basil has been traditionally used as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1539\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• A culinary herb\u003cbr data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003e• A warming digestive herb\u003cbr data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e• A calming tea herb\u003cbr data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e• A fragrant kitchen plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e• A traditional food medicine\u003cbr data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e• A flavoring plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e• A gentle household remedy herb\u003cbr data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e• A fresh-use herb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1650\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBasil has long been valued not only for flavor, but also for its uplifting aroma and gentle herbal qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1681\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"2045\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lettuce Leaf\u003cbr data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003cbr data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bushy, branching\u003cbr data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eLeaf Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very large, crinkled, soft\u003cbr data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White to pale lavender\u003cbr data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late summer\u003cbr data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees, beneficial insects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2159\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis basil is especially beautiful and lush, making it ideal for raised beds, containers, and edible landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2213\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eGrowing Sweet Basil (Lettuce Leaf) from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2353\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBasil is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003ewarm-season plant\u003c\/strong\u003e that thrives in sun, warmth, and rich soil. Lettuce Leaf Basil is especially fast-growing and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2358\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2397\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHow to Germinate Sweet Basil Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2432\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIndoor Starting (Recommended)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2582\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2437\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003eStart seeds 4–6 weeks before last frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003eSurface sow or cover very lightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003eKeep soil warm and consistently moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003eProvide bright light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2614\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOutdoor Direct Sowing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2720\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003eSow only after all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003eSoil must be warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003eKeep moist until germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2722\" data-end=\"2725\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2749\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2818\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSeeds germinate best with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2795\"\u003elight exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"2796\" data-end=\"2799\"\u003eDo not bury deeply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2820\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2845\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2882\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• 5–10 days\u003cbr data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"2861\"\u003e• Fast and reliable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"2887\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2916\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2918\" data-end=\"2932\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"2968\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"2947\"\u003eZones 3–10\u003c\/strong\u003e (grown as an annual)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"2982\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSun\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3045\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• Full sun preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3007\"\u003e• 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3052\" data-end=\"3060\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3062\" data-end=\"3122\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• Rich\u003cbr data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003e• Well-draining\u003cbr data-start=\"3086\" data-end=\"3089\"\u003e• Loamy\u003cbr data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e• High organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3159\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBasil thrives in compost-rich soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3161\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3175\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3177\" data-end=\"3275\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• Moderate, consistent moisture\u003cbr data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3211\"\u003e• Do not allow soil to dry out completely\u003cbr data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003e• Avoid soggy soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3280\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3282\" data-end=\"3293\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSpacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3368\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• Space plants 12–18 inches apart\u003cbr data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3331\"\u003e• Allows for large leaf development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3373\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3393\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eGrowth Timeline\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3395\" data-end=\"3427\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3395\" data-end=\"3409\"\u003eWeeks 1–2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3412\"\u003e• Germination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3429\" data-end=\"3466\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3429\" data-end=\"3443\"\u003eWeeks 3–5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003e• Leaf development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3512\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003eWeeks 6–8:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3485\"\u003e• Ready for first harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3514\" data-end=\"3574\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3514\" data-end=\"3526\"\u003eOngoing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003e• Continuous harvest encourages more growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3579\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3581\" data-end=\"3594\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3596\" data-end=\"3636\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHarvest often to encourage bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3648\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLeaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3649\" data-end=\"3778\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• Harvest when plants reach 6–8 inches tall\u003cbr data-start=\"3692\" data-end=\"3695\"\u003e• Pinch just above leaf nodes\u003cbr data-start=\"3724\" data-end=\"3727\"\u003e• Never remove more than ⅓ of the plant at a time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3780\" data-end=\"3791\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3840\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePinch off flower buds to extend leaf production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3842\" data-end=\"3845\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3847\" data-end=\"3861\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSeed Saving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"3863\" data-end=\"4004\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3863\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003eAllow a few plants to flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"3931\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3899\" data-end=\"3931\"\u003eLet seed heads dry on the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3932\" data-end=\"3968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3935\" data-end=\"3968\"\u003eHarvest and crumble flower heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3969\" data-end=\"4004\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3972\" data-end=\"4004\"\u003eStore seeds cool, dry, and dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4006\" data-end=\"4009\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4042\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhy Grow Lettuce Leaf Basil?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4044\" data-end=\"4260\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• Extremely productive\u003cbr data-start=\"4066\" data-end=\"4069\"\u003e• Large, tender leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"4091\" data-end=\"4094\"\u003e• Mild, sweet flavor\u003cbr data-start=\"4114\" data-end=\"4117\"\u003e• Perfect for fresh use\u003cbr data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4143\"\u003e• Great for wraps and pesto\u003cbr data-start=\"4170\" data-end=\"4173\"\u003e• Easy to grow\u003cbr 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