Dwarf Greek Basil Seeds

This heirloom basil variety is the container gardener’s dream come true! One of the smallest varieties of basil, Dwarf Greek Basil is small enough to grow on your patio and is an essential ingredient in many dishes. With light-green leaves that develop into a compact, spherical-shaped bushes, Dwarf Greek Basil plants give off a peppery and sweet aroma. This type of sweet basil is often used as a flavorful addition to tomato sauces or soups. The tiny leaves also make the perfect topping to your summer tomatoes and fresh mozzarella salads. A sprinkle of olive oil is all it takes! With a history of cultivation over 4000 years old, basil is beloved for both its culinary and its medicinal uses. Excellent for aiding in digestion, just chewing the spicy, fragrant leaves is said to sooth the stomach.   Ocimum basilicum Days to Harvest: 65 Frost Hardy: no Annual Full Sun: 8-12 hours of Sun Sprouts in 6-10 Days Ideal Temperature: 70-85 Degrees F Seed packet contains a minimum of 150 seeds