Basil: Italian Large Leaf
(Ocimum basilicum)

Basil is an upright, aromatic, annual plant, up to 75 cm in height, and used as a culinary herb and for essential oil. The leaves of basil are often used as a seasoning in tomato sauces and the basis for making pesto. There are many varieties of basil with different colored leaves and unique flavors.

A popular variety that is slow to bolt and has uniform, dark green broad leaves.