Eden Brothers Mammoth Basil Seeds
Best high yield herb for home cooks making fresh pesto.
This fast-growing annual herb features oversized, ruffled leaves with a distinctively bold, peppery flavor. It is an excellent, low-maintenance choice for container gardens or traditional beds, offering a unique texture that elevates salads and culinary dishes.
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Who it's for
- Home cooks wanting large leaves for wraps and sandwiches
- Gardeners seeking dependable results and high-yield harvests
- Culinary enthusiasts who prioritize fresh, aromatic herbs in their cooking
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited balcony or windowsill space
- Busy growers who cannot perform frequent maintenance and pinching
- Organic gardeners in regions with high local pest pressure
Performance breakdown
Growth Rate
Rapid development ensures a harvestable crop in just two months.
Container Suitability
Compact enough for pots while offering impressive, oversized foliage.
Flavor Intensity
Robust, peppery notes provide a distinct upgrade from standard basil.
Maintenance Ease
Low-fuss variety that thrives with standard care and sunlight.
Pest Resilience
Reliable deer resistance keeps your garden safe from common grazers.
Culinary Versatility
Large, ruffled leaves excel in salads, teas, and medicinal applications.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Ocimum basilicum
Life Cycle
Annual
Planting Season
Spring
Planting Depth
0.64 cm
Plant Spacing
25.4 cm
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Water Needs
Average
Days to Maturity
60-90 days
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-10
Seed Count
353
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