Piccolino Basil Seeds - Herbal Plant

Piccolino Basil is a compact, small-leaf basil variety known for its dense, rounded growth habit. It thrives in warm climates and performs well in well-drained, fertile soil with consistent sunlight. This variety is particularly suitable for container cultivation, borders, and limited garden spaces due to its neat and uniform structure. Regular trimming or harvesting helps maintain its compact form and encourages continuous foliage development throughout the growing season.

Features

• Compact and rounded growth with small leaves
• Dense and uniform herbaceous structure
• Suitable for containers, borders, and small spaces
• Performs well in warm and sunny conditions
• Regular trimming supports continuous growth

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum
• Common Name (US): Sweet Basil
• Seed Type / Variety: Piccolino Variety
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous annual
• USDA Zones: 3 to 11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Spring after last frost
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: March to June
• Germination Time And Conditions: 5 to 10 days at 20 to 30 degrees Celsius in moist, well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent watering
• Mature Plant Size: 20 to 35 cm height, spread 20 to 30 cm
• Plant Spacing: 20 to 25 cm between plants