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Basil 'Italian Large Leaf'

Basil 'Italian Large Leaf'

$8.50
$8.50
Growing Zones: Annual
Light: Full Sun
Height: 30"
Spacing: 12"
Bloom Color: White
Shipped Pot Size: 3.25”
Availability: Spring 2026
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  • Italian Basil Large Leaf Plants For Sale

    Ocimum basilicum 

    Italian Large Leaf Basil is an essential variety for anyone who loves growing culinary herbs. This classic Italian basil offers a sweeter, pesto-style flavor with impressively high yields. A large, vigorous variety, it features broad, medium-dark green leaves that are noticeably bigger than those of many other basil types.

    Highly aromatic and visually lush, Italian Large Leaf Basil is as beloved by chefs as it is by bees and butterflies. Its rich fragrance and sweet flavor are less clove-like and more delicate than Genovese, making it an excellent choice for those who prefer a smoother, slightly sweeter basil profile. This variety is also known for its strong garden performance, including good resistance to common pests and disease issues and reliable self-seeding.

    Beyond its culinary appeal, basil is appreciated as a natural mosquito and pest repellent, and its blooms help attract beneficial pollinators, adding both beauty and biodiversity to your garden.

  • Growing tips for Italian Large Leaf Basil 🌿

    1. Pick the perfect spot ☀️

    • Choose a location with full sun – at least 6–8 hours of sunlight per day.
    • Basil loves warmth, so wait to plant until after the last frost.

    2. Soil basics 🌱

    • Use well-draining soil that’s rich in organic matter.
    • Aim for a loose, crumbly texture – basil doesn’t like soggy, compacted soil.
    • If your soil is heavy, mix in compost or a high-quality potting mix.

    3. Planting guidelines 🌿

    • Space plants about 12–18 inches apart to give them room to grow.
    • If starting from seeds, sow them ¼ inch deep and keep the soil lightly moist until they sprout.
    • For containers, choose a pot with drainage holes that’s at least 8–10 inches deep.

    4. Watering made simple 💧

    • Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
    • Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
    • Try to water at the base of the plant to keep leaves dry and reduce disease.

    5. Feeding your basil 🍽️

    • Basil enjoys nutrients but doesn’t need heavy feeding.
    • Use a balanced, organic fertilizer every 4–6 weeks, or mix compost into the soil at planting time.

    6. Pinching and harvesting ✂️

    • Once plants are about 6–8 inches tall, start pinching off the tips (just above a pair of leaves). This encourages bushier growth.
    • Regular harvesting helps keep plants productive and leafy.
    • Avoid taking more than one-third of the plant at a time so it can recover.

    7. Watch for flowers 🌸

    • If you see flower buds forming, pinch them off. This keeps the plant focused on making leaves rather than seeds.
    • Flowering too early can reduce leaf production and flavor.

    8. Temperature & protection 🌡️

    • Basil is very sensitive to cold. Protect it from chilly nights or strong winds.
    • If temperatures drop, cover plants or move containers to a warmer, sheltered spot.

    9. Pests & problems 🐛

    • Check the underside of leaves for aphids or other small insects.
    • Remove damaged leaves and avoid overwatering to reduce the chance of fungal diseases.
    • Good airflow between plants helps keep them healthy.

    10. End-of-season tip 🍃

    • Before the first fall frost, give your basil a final big harvest.
    • Use or preserve the leaves by drying or freezing them so you can enjoy the flavor later.

    With a sunny spot, regular watering, and a little pinching, your Italian Large Leaf Basil will reward you with lush, fragrant growth all season long 🌿💚.

  • 1. Fresh from the garden 🥗

    • Tear into salads – Add whole or sliced leaves to green salads, pasta salads, or grain bowls.
    • Top your pizza 🍕 – Scatter fresh basil over hot pizza right before serving for amazing flavor.
    • Layer in sandwiches & wraps 🥪 – Use basil leaves instead of (or with) lettuce for a fresh, herby bite.

    2. Classic Italian favorites 🇮🇹

    • Make fresh pesto – Blend basil with olive oil, garlic, nuts, and cheese for a rich, green sauce.
    • Stir into pasta – Toss torn basil into warm pasta with olive oil, tomatoes, or veggies.
    • Caprese salad 🍅 – Pair basil leaves with fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt.

    3. Flavorful sauces & soups 🍲

    • Add to tomato sauce – Stir in chopped basil at the end of cooking for a bright, fresh flavor.
    • Garnish soups – Top bowls of tomato soup, minestrone, or vegetable soups with torn basil leaves.
    • Herb butter – Mix finely chopped basil into softened butter and use it on bread, veggies, or grilled meats.

    4. Fresh drinks & infusions 🍋

    • Herbal water – Add basil leaves to a pitcher of water with lemon or cucumber for a refreshing drink.
    • Iced tea twist – Drop a few leaves into iced tea for a light, herbal note.
    • Mocktails & cocktails 🍹 – Muddle basil with citrus or berries for fragrant, garden-fresh drinks.

    5. Simple everyday uses 🍽️

    • Sprinkle on eggs – Add chopped basil to scrambled eggs, omelets, or frittatas.
    • Top roasted veggies – Toss roasted potatoes, zucchini, or peppers with fresh basil before serving.
    • Finish grilled dishes – Scatter basil over grilled chicken, fish, or veggies for a bright finishing touch.

    6. Preserve your harvest for later ❄️

    • Freeze in olive oil – Chop basil, place in an ice cube tray, cover with olive oil, and freeze. Use cubes later in sauces and sautés.
    • Dry the leaves – Air-dry or use a dehydrator, then store in a jar to sprinkle on dishes all year long.
    • Make basil salt 🧂 – Mix finely chopped basil with coarse salt, let it dry, and use as a finishing salt.

    With Italian Large Leaf Basil in the garden, have a fresh, fragrant ingredient ready for everyday cooking, special meals, and delicious homemade creations all season long 🌿✨.

Description

Italian Basil Large Leaf Plants For Sale

Ocimum basilicum 

Italian Large Leaf Basil is an essential variety for anyone who loves growing culinary herbs. This classic Italian basil offers a sweeter, pesto-style flavor with impressively high yields. A large, vigorous variety, it features broad, medium-dark green leaves that are noticeably bigger than those of many other basil types.

Highly aromatic and visually lush, Italian Large Leaf Basil is as beloved by chefs as it is by bees and butterflies. Its rich fragrance and sweet flavor are less clove-like and more delicate than Genovese, making it an excellent choice for those who prefer a smoother, slightly sweeter basil profile. This variety is also known for its strong garden performance, including good resistance to common pests and disease issues and reliable self-seeding.

Beyond its culinary appeal, basil is appreciated as a natural mosquito and pest repellent, and its blooms help attract beneficial pollinators, adding both beauty and biodiversity to your garden.

Growing Tips

Growing tips for Italian Large Leaf Basil 🌿

1. Pick the perfect spot ☀️

  • Choose a location with full sun – at least 6–8 hours of sunlight per day.
  • Basil loves warmth, so wait to plant until after the last frost.

2. Soil basics 🌱

  • Use well-draining soil that’s rich in organic matter.
  • Aim for a loose, crumbly texture – basil doesn’t like soggy, compacted soil.
  • If your soil is heavy, mix in compost or a high-quality potting mix.

3. Planting guidelines 🌿

  • Space plants about 12–18 inches apart to give them room to grow.
  • If starting from seeds, sow them ¼ inch deep and keep the soil lightly moist until they sprout.
  • For containers, choose a pot with drainage holes that’s at least 8–10 inches deep.

4. Watering made simple 💧

  • Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
  • Try to water at the base of the plant to keep leaves dry and reduce disease.

5. Feeding your basil 🍽️

  • Basil enjoys nutrients but doesn’t need heavy feeding.
  • Use a balanced, organic fertilizer every 4–6 weeks, or mix compost into the soil at planting time.

6. Pinching and harvesting ✂️

  • Once plants are about 6–8 inches tall, start pinching off the tips (just above a pair of leaves). This encourages bushier growth.
  • Regular harvesting helps keep plants productive and leafy.
  • Avoid taking more than one-third of the plant at a time so it can recover.

7. Watch for flowers 🌸

  • If you see flower buds forming, pinch them off. This keeps the plant focused on making leaves rather than seeds.
  • Flowering too early can reduce leaf production and flavor.

8. Temperature & protection 🌡️

  • Basil is very sensitive to cold. Protect it from chilly nights or strong winds.
  • If temperatures drop, cover plants or move containers to a warmer, sheltered spot.

9. Pests & problems 🐛

  • Check the underside of leaves for aphids or other small insects.
  • Remove damaged leaves and avoid overwatering to reduce the chance of fungal diseases.
  • Good airflow between plants helps keep them healthy.

10. End-of-season tip 🍃

  • Before the first fall frost, give your basil a final big harvest.
  • Use or preserve the leaves by drying or freezing them so you can enjoy the flavor later.

With a sunny spot, regular watering, and a little pinching, your Italian Large Leaf Basil will reward you with lush, fragrant growth all season long 🌿💚.

Use Them!

1. Fresh from the garden 🥗

  • Tear into salads – Add whole or sliced leaves to green salads, pasta salads, or grain bowls.
  • Top your pizza 🍕 – Scatter fresh basil over hot pizza right before serving for amazing flavor.
  • Layer in sandwiches & wraps 🥪 – Use basil leaves instead of (or with) lettuce for a fresh, herby bite.

2. Classic Italian favorites 🇮🇹

  • Make fresh pesto – Blend basil with olive oil, garlic, nuts, and cheese for a rich, green sauce.
  • Stir into pasta – Toss torn basil into warm pasta with olive oil, tomatoes, or veggies.
  • Caprese salad 🍅 – Pair basil leaves with fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt.

3. Flavorful sauces & soups 🍲

  • Add to tomato sauce – Stir in chopped basil at the end of cooking for a bright, fresh flavor.
  • Garnish soups – Top bowls of tomato soup, minestrone, or vegetable soups with torn basil leaves.
  • Herb butter – Mix finely chopped basil into softened butter and use it on bread, veggies, or grilled meats.

4. Fresh drinks & infusions 🍋

  • Herbal water – Add basil leaves to a pitcher of water with lemon or cucumber for a refreshing drink.
  • Iced tea twist – Drop a few leaves into iced tea for a light, herbal note.
  • Mocktails & cocktails 🍹 – Muddle basil with citrus or berries for fragrant, garden-fresh drinks.

5. Simple everyday uses 🍽️

  • Sprinkle on eggs – Add chopped basil to scrambled eggs, omelets, or frittatas.
  • Top roasted veggies – Toss roasted potatoes, zucchini, or peppers with fresh basil before serving.
  • Finish grilled dishes – Scatter basil over grilled chicken, fish, or veggies for a bright finishing touch.

6. Preserve your harvest for later ❄️

  • Freeze in olive oil – Chop basil, place in an ice cube tray, cover with olive oil, and freeze. Use cubes later in sauces and sautés.
  • Dry the leaves – Air-dry or use a dehydrator, then store in a jar to sprinkle on dishes all year long.
  • Make basil salt 🧂 – Mix finely chopped basil with coarse salt, let it dry, and use as a finishing salt.

With Italian Large Leaf Basil in the garden, have a fresh, fragrant ingredient ready for everyday cooking, special meals, and delicious homemade creations all season long 🌿✨.
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