Dobies Basil ‘Lettuce Leaf’ Herb Seeds – Ocimum basilicum – 1 Packet (Approx. 300 Seeds) – Large-Leaved Sweet Basil for Cooking & Pesto by Suttons

• EXTRA LARGE LEAVES – one of the biggest basil leaf varieties available
• SWEET & SPICY FLAVOUR – ideal for pesto, salads and cooking
• EDIBLE FLOWERS – attractive and flavourful additions to dishes
• HERITAGE VARIETY – grown since the late 1800s
• VERSATILE CULINARY HERB – suitable for pots, patios and kitchen gardens

Basil ‘Lettuce Leaf’ is a heritage sweet basil variety dating back to the late 1800s, prized for producing exceptionally large, lightly frilled leaves with a rich sweet and spicy flavour. The broad aromatic foliage can reach up to 15cm long, making it perfect for fresh culinary use. Ideal for salads, pesto, garnishes and wrapping around vegetables, fish or meats before grilling, this versatile herb is highly productive and easy to grow. Even the flowers are edible and add attractive flavour to salads and dishes. A fantastic kitchen garden herb for containers, greenhouses, windowsills or sunny garden beds. Grow Guide Sow: Spring indoors or outdoors after frost risk has passed Position: Full sun in fertile, well-drained soil Spacing: 25–30cm (10–12in) apart Height: Up to 45cm (18in) Aftercare Keep plants well watered and pinch out growing tips regularly to encourage bushy growth and delay flowering. Harvest leaves frequently for continuous fresh production throughout the season. Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied.