Lime basil is sweet and fragrant with a mild citrus taste. Pairs flawlessly with lemon basil. This variety is more heat tolerant than sweet basil. Excellent in Italian dishes and sauces.
Planting/Harvesting Notes
- Plant after all chance of frost has passed
- Plant in an area with well drained soil and 6-8 hours of sun.
- Harvesting some leaves often will encourage the plant to grow more leaves
- Can companion plant with tomatoes, cabbage, strawberries and squash, helping to reduce tomato hornworm and cabbage worm damage