Lettuce Leaved Basil

Lettuce Leaved Basil is a unique and flavorful herb known for its large tender lettuce like leaves and robust basil aroma. Ideal for fresh salads wraps and pesto its mild yet aromatic flavor adds a fresh twist to your culinary creations. This easy to grow basil thrives in sunny well drained gardens or containers and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. A versatile herb that combines beauty and taste for any kitchen garden.

Usage and Benefits

Plant Lettuce Leaved Basil seeds indoors in early spring or sow directly outdoors after the last frost in full sun and well drained soil. Sow seeds lightly covering them and keep soil moist until germination. Transplant seedlings spacing plants eight to twelve inches apart. Regular harvesting encourages bushy growth and more leaves. Use fresh leaves in salads wraps or pesto or dry for later use. Ideal for herb gardens containers and pollinator friendly spaces. Store dried leaves in airtight containers away from light.

Fun Fact

Lettuce Leaved Basil stands out with its large tender leaves that resemble lettuce making it both a flavorful and decorative addition to gardens and kitchens.