Everleaf Emerald Towers
Basil · Genovese
Open Pollinated
Ocimum basilicum
★ 5.01 review · 1 source
Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Ocimum
Characteristics
Color
Green
Flavor
Rich / ComplexSweet
Growth Habit
BranchingUpright
Intended Use
Fresh / SaladLeaf HarvestOrnamentalTea
Texture
Tender
Trait
Slow-Bolting / Heat Tolerant
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Very Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun, Tolerates Partial Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Germination
5–14 days
at 60–80 °F
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Days to Maturity
40–60 days
Plant Height
2–3 ft
Mature Spread
8–12 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
1/8–1/4 in
Seed Spacing
2–12 in
Row Spacing
12–24 in
Thin To
8–12 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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Optimal Soil Temp
65–85 °F
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Soil Temp
60–80 °F
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Air Temp
40 °F
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Marcus from SeedrateZone 6a
★★★★★August 26, 2026
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