Burpee Basil Sweet Seed grows up to 16 in. tall in full sun and can be harvested in 24 weeks. The leaves of this annual are the main ingredient of pesto and flavor tomatoes and mild-flavored vegetables as well as veal and lamb dishes. Sweet Basil is the main ingredient in pesto and flavors a variety of tomato, veal, lamb and mild-flavored vegetable dishes.

Can also be grown in containers

Designed to grow in full sun

168 days to maturity

For an early start, sow seeds indoors 8 weeks before outdoor planting time

Plant 1/4 in. deep and 1 ft. apart

12 in. - 18 in. mature height