Basil Sweet Mammoth is often referred to as a lettuce leaf basil variety because of its impressive large leaves, but also because the leaves can be used as an aromatic lettuce in salads and as a green bed for a range of dishes. Basil Sweet Mammoth produces tender crisp leaves with a genovese-like aroma and flavour. The variety Basil Sweet Mammoth has been selected for its improved flavour (sweeter flavour than common Basil Mammoth), and superior cultivation characteristics, most specifically the delayed onset of flowering, which generally marks the end of the harvesting period for common basil varieties. Whilst Basil Sweet Mammoth will eventually flower like all basil varieties, regular deep trimming, will prolong the vegetative phase of growth, ensuring you continue to harvest bunches and bunches of tender crispy basil for many months. Advantages of Basil Sweet Mammoth Amazingly large aromatic leaves Strong Genovese-like flavour Desirable tender-leafed basil, better for salads and cooking, not just garnishes! Harvestable for an extended period as this is a slow bolting variety (delayed onset of floral development) Features 30-50cm height at maturity Plant in herb garden, allowing at least 30cm space Prefers full sun but will grow in part shade Suitable for pots and will grow in most regions of Australia Easy to grow annual garden herb Seed Sowing Instructions Easy to follow seed propagation notes are provided with every seed purchase Seeds of this variety are best started in seed raising mix or Jiffy® pellets before planting into the garden What am I Purchasing? Premium seeds of Basil Sweet Mammoth Easy to follow seed propagation notes
