Basil - Aromatto

Growing and Harvest Information

Plant Type: Annual

Height: 50-60cm (20-24")

Sun: Full Sun

Sow: Indoors 6 weeks before last frost or directly into prepared beds after the last frost. 

Transplant: Harden off and transplant in the spring when the soil has warmed

Days to Maturity: 75-80 days

Plant Spacing: 10-20cm (4-8")

Pinch: Yes

Vase Life: 7-10 days 

Potential Harvest Yield: 5-10 stems per plant

Harvest Tips: Harvest when flowers being to firm and stems stiffen up.  Cut during the coolest part of the day.  Stems will wilt if cut when immature or too hot.

Approximate Seeds per Packet: 100