Basil 'Mammoth'
Mammoth Basil/Ocimum basilicum (Annual)
USDA Hardiness Zone 9-11
Ruffles, glossy, bright green 4" wide leaves are excellent for wrapping chopped beef and vegetables, sandwiches and salads. Taste is strong and sweet, aroma is heavenly!
Height
18-24 in
Spread
16-18 in
Color
White
Interesting Notes
Perfect for sauces, pesto, salads and wrapping chopped beef and vegetables.
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grows best in well-drained, fertile soils prepared with organic matter. Leaves contain the greatest amount of essential oils just as blooms appear. Use fresh or dry.
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Attributes & Uses
| • | Culinary |
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Containers |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
| • | Rich |
