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Basil Seeds - Mammoth

Large, ruffled leaves showing particularly well in salads

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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

COLOR

  • Green

Featuring extra large, lettuce-like leaves with exceptional flavor, Mammoth Basil might be that variety you never knew you were missing from your kitchen garden!

  • • Annual with large, lettuce-like leaves
  • • Uses: Culinary, Medicinal, Tea
  • • 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 28,000 Up to 150 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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Basil Seeds - Mammoth

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Basil Seeds - Mammoth FAQs

Is Mammoth Basil resistant to animals or disease?

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

What is the flavor profile of Mammoth Basil?

Mammoth Basil has a flavor profile described as strong peppery flavor and not as sweet.

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