🌿 Sweet Basil – 4.5”

Fresh, fragrant, and full of flavor — Sweet Basil is the ultimate kitchen garden essential. Known as the “King of Herbs,” this aromatic annual is loved for its glossy green leaves and classic Italian flavor that elevates everything from pasta to Caprese salad.

🌱 A Little History

Basil has been cultivated for over 5,000 years and is considered a symbol of love and hospitality. Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is the most popular variety, treasured in Mediterranean cooking and perfect for making homemade pesto.

🏡 Where It Grows Best

• USDA Zones: Annual in Zones 4–10 (great in containers or raised beds)

• Sun: Full sun (6+ hours daily)

• Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil

• Spacing: 10–12” apart or one plant per medium pot

🌿 Care Instructions

1. Planting: Transplant your 4.5” basil into a sunny spot after danger of frost.

2. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist — basil loves consistent hydration.

3. Pinching: Regularly pinch off top leaves to encourage bushier growth.

4. Harvesting: Pick leaves often, starting from the top, to keep plants producing all season long.

🌸 Companion Planting

Perfect alongside tomatoes, peppers, oregano, and parsley — basil enhances growth and even repels pests naturally.

With its fresh, sweet flavor and aromatic leaves, Sweet Basil is a must-have for any herb garden. Whether you’re tossing it on pizza or muddling it in a cocktail, this plant brings a taste of summer right to your kitchen! 🌿🍅

📍 Available now at Wrights Market – grab yours and start harvesting fresh herbs today!

🌱🌿 Seasonal Planting Tips – Sweet Basil

Basil is the flavor hero your kitchen deserves — and now’s the perfect time to plant for a steady harvest!

🗓 When to Plant:
📍 Zone 8/9 Tip: Plant in late spring through summer. In early fall, keep basil in pots so you can bring it indoors when nights dip below 50°F.

🌞 Growing Tips:

• Plant in full sun with good air circulation

• Pinch off flower buds to keep flavor sweet

• Harvest regularly to encourage new growth

🍴 Kitchen Inspiration:
Make your own fresh pesto, top a homemade pizza, or pair with mozzarella and tomatoes for the perfect Caprese salad.

📍 Stop by Wrights Market to grab your 4.5” Sweet Basil pots and complete your herb garden today!

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