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Basil 'Pesto Perpetuo'

Greek Columnar (Ocimum)

  • Category: Annual, Herbs
  • Patent:PP16,260
  • Hardiness Zone:9-11
  • Height:18-24 Inches
  • Spread:12-14 Inches
  • Foliage Color: Green, White

This variegated sport of Greek Columnar Basil has light green foliage with creamy white edges. No flower on this basil. Slightly-lemon flavor throughout the seasons. A very attractive and useful herb.

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Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Exposure
• Full Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
• Variegated
• White
Soil Moisture
• Rich
• Well-Drained
Attributes
• Container
• Culinary
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Fragrant
• Great Foliage
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Fall
• Spring
• Summer
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Basil 'Pesto Perpetuo'

Bring indoors for the winter- retains flavor all year. Prefers sunny, well-drained area. Keep soil moist in dry weather.