Mrs Burns' Famous Lemon Basil

Ocimum basilicum. This variety was grown since the 1950's in southeastern New Mexico by the mother of NS/S co-founder Barney Burns. It is an Old World introduction and readily self-seeds. Amazing lemon flavor and very versatile. Heat and drought tolerant. One of our best sellers and a staff favorite!   From our Seed-Bank Collection. Origin: low desert, about 3100' elevation Plant in spring, or with the summer rains, about 1/4 inch deep.  Approx. 0.2g/50 seeds per packet. Limit 3 packets.