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Basil Seeds - Minette Compact Greek

Small enough for a patio and an essential ingredient in many Italian dishes

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Medicinal
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Deters Insects
Microgreens
Edible

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Ocimum basilicum

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT TYPE

  • Dwarf

COLOR

  • Green

Both beautiful and delicious, the Minette compact basil is a must-have for your garden. This type of basil is delicious in pasta sauces and soups, and is prized for its gorgeous sphere shape once it's fully grown. It is a quick and high-yield producer so you'll have plenty of basil all season long.

  • • Open Pollinated, fast-growing annual
  • • Gorgeous green basil seeds that taste delicious!
  • • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 10 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 353 Up to 30 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 20,000 Up to 150 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Basil Planting Guide to learn more.

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Basil Seeds - Minette Compact Greek

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Basil Seeds - Minette Compact Greek FAQs

Is Minette Compact Greek Basil resistant to animals or disease?

Minette Compact Greek Basil is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Minette Compact Greek Basil?

Minette Compact Greek Basil is an open pollinated seed.

What is the flavor profile of Minette Compact Greek Basil?

Minette Compact Greek Basil has a flavor profile described as sweet and anise-like.

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