Basil Organic Lemon

Basil Organic Lemon Seeds: Zesty Citrus Flavor

Enhance your cooking with the bright, citrusy flavor of our Basil Organic Lemon seeds (*Ocimum basilicum*).

This specialty low-growing basil variety produces medium, pointed leaves that release a delightful lemon fragrance, making it a perfect addition to seafood, pasta dishes, and fresh vegetables. Originating from a cross between African and common basil and popular in northeastern Africa and southern Asia, Lemon Basil offers a unique aromatic and taste profile.

This hardy organic herb matures slightly earlier than most commercial strains, providing you with a quicker harvest of its flavorful leaves. Enjoy the refreshing zest in your culinary creations from this historically revered herb.

Key Features of Basil Organic Lemon

• Excellent Citrus Flavor: Adds a bright lemon taste to various dishes.
• Delightful Lemon Fragrance: Aromatic leaves fill your garden with a refreshing scent.
• Low-Growing Variety: Maintains a compact growth habit.
• Medium Pointed Leaves: Offers a distinct leaf shape.
• Hardy & Early Maturing: Provides a reliable and quicker harvest compared to other basils.
• Organic Seeds: Grown and harvested following organic practices.

Growing Your Basil Organic Lemon

Sow your Basil Organic Lemon seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last expected frost, sowing thinly in flats and providing warmth (soil temp 70-75°F) to speed germination.

Transplant seedlings 15-18 inches apart in rich soil and full sun. Alternatively, direct sow seeds 1/4 inch deep outdoors once the soil has warmed and there is no risk of frost, thinning to 15-18 inches apart. Ensure the soil drains well but water frequently, especially in hot weather.

Protect plants if temperatures drop below 50°F. Pruning helps encourage bushier growth. Harvest leaves as needed once the plant reaches 6-8 inches tall, ideally in the morning.

Pinch off stems directly above a leaf node to promote further growth.