{"title":"Basil##\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu4\"\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/a\u003e","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are many varieties of basil. The type used in Italian food is called sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) as opposed to Thai basil (O. basilicum thyrsiflora), lemon basil (Ocimum citriodorum) and holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) which are used in Asian cooking and medicine. Ocimum is derived from the Greek word meaning to smell, like other plants in the mint family with square stems. Basil oils have potent antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties. Delicious \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/search\/pins\/?q=basil%20recipes\" p=\"\"\u003ebasil recipies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lettuce-leaf-basil","title":"Lettuce Leaf basil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu4\"\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/a\u003e##\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW BASIL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 6 weeks before last frost, plant out 1 week after frost. In warmer climates, directly sow in a sunny location when soil temps are above 60-65˚F, tender annual. Requires bottom heat. If evening greenhouse air temperatures dip below 50˚F, domed clear covering may be needed to initiate germination, then remove covering. Pinch branch buds to encourage further branching, leaf production and prevent bolting. Dry herb bunches by hanging from ceiling or lay on screens in a dark, dry, ventilated location. Harvest for drying at peak maturity when flowers are just beginning to appear, leaves contain the most essential oils at that time, after that oils are transferred to flowers and then to seeds. Soil pH 5.1-8.5. Hardiness zones 7-11. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 22,400 seeds per ounce. There are no Federal germination standards for commercially sold herb seeds. Usual seed life 3-5 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 150 feet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/4”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-85˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e7-14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e12-18”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e18-24”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e80\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e##Large 3-4” green crumpled leaf, classic basil, with edible flowers. Slightly sweeter than Genovese, less clove aroma. Best for the Pacific Northwest in our variety trials. Also known as Large Leafed Italian or Large Leaf Basil. Tags: Color: Green, Specialty: Deer Resistant, Season: Summer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many varieties of basil. The type used in Italian food is called sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) as opposed to Thai basil (O. basilicum thyrsiflora), lemon basil (Ocimum citriodorum) and holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) which are used in Asian cooking and medicine. Ocimum is derived from the Greek word meaning to smell, like other plants in the mint family with square stems. Basil oils have potent antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties. Delicious \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/search\/pins\/?q=basil%20recipes\"\u003ebasil recipes.\u003c\/a\u003e##White Dog Farm##Conventional##Seed grower since 2019##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/White_Dog_Farm.jpg?v=1639376547##White Dog Farm is nestled in the Williams Valley and is home to Greg \u0026amp; Kate Stanko. We are stewards of a 5 acre farm shared by sheep, chickens, pigs and Puja, our LGD. Our passion is to nurture the earth, grow flowers and vegetables sustainably using organic practices. Correspond to whitedogfarm57@gmail.com \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"150 Seeds","offer_id":883760385,"sku":"10124","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 Seeds","offer_id":883760389,"sku":"11149","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/LettuceLeaf_IMG_4772.jpg?v=1487922856"},{"product_id":"dark-opal-basil","title":"Dark Opal basil","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu4\"\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW BASIL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 6 weeks before last frost, plant out 1 week after frost. In warmer climates, directly sow in a sunny location when soil temps are above 60-65˚F, tender annual. Requires bottom heat. If evening greenhouse air temperatures dip below 50˚F, domed clear covering may be needed to initiate germination, then remove covering. Pinch branch buds to encourage further branching, leaf production and prevent bolting. Dry herb bunches by hanging from ceiling or lay on screens in a dark, dry, ventilated location. Harvest for drying at peak maturity when flowers are just beginning to appear, leaves contain the most essential oils at that time, after that oils are transferred to flowers and then to seeds. Soil pH 5.1-8.5. Hardiness zones 7-11. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 22,400 seeds per ounce. There are no Federal germination standards for commercially sold herb seeds. Usual seed life 3-5 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 150 feet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/4”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-85˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e7-14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e12-18”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e18-24”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e80\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##Popular dark purple bronze sweet basil with slight licorice flavor. Adds color and flavor to your cooking. Likely the same basil Vilmorin referred to in 1885 as, “Large Purple Sweet Basil.” Also used for micro greens and ornamental gardens with its beautiful lilac pink flowers with dark red stems and lance shaped leaves. Grows to 12–18”, slow to bolt. Tags: Color: Purple, Specialty: Deer Resistant, Heritage: Heirloom, Season: Summer, Certification: Organic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many varieties of basil. The type used in Italian food is called sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) as opposed to Thai basil (O. basilicum thyrsiflora), lemon basil (Ocimum citriodorum) and holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) which are used in Asian cooking and medicine. Ocimum is derived from the Greek word meaning to smell, like other plants in the mint family with square stems. Basil oils have potent antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties. Delicious \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/search\/pins\/?q=basil%20recipes\"\u003ebasil recipes.\u003c\/a\u003e##White Dog Farm##Conventional##Seed grower since 2019##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/White_Dog_Farm.jpg?v=1639376547##White Dog Farm is nestled in the Williams Valley and is home to Greg \u0026amp; Kate Stanko. We are stewards of a 5 acre farm shared by sheep, chickens, pigs and Puja, our LGD. Our passion is to nurture the earth, grow flowers and vegetables sustainably using organic practices. Correspond to whitedogfarm57@gmail.com","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"150 Seeds","offer_id":883725393,"sku":"10792","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 Seeds","offer_id":883725397,"sku":"11153","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/DarkOpal.jpg?v=1496964394"},{"product_id":"genovese-basil","title":"Genovese basil","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu4\"\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW BASIL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 6 weeks before last frost, plant out 1 week after frost. In warmer climates, directly sow in a sunny location when soil temps are above 60-65˚F, tender annual. Requires bottom heat. If evening greenhouse air temperatures dip below 50˚F, domed clear covering may be needed to initiate germination, then remove covering. Pinch branch buds to encourage further branching, leaf production and prevent bolting. Dry herb bunches by hanging from ceiling or lay on screens in a dark, dry, ventilated location. Harvest for drying at peak maturity when flowers are just beginning to appear, leaves contain the most essential oils at that time, after that oils are transferred to flowers and then to seeds. Soil pH 5.1-8.5. Hardiness zones 7-11. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 22,400 seeds per ounce. There are no Federal germination standards for commercially sold herb seeds. Usual seed life 3-5 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 150 feet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/4”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-85˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e7-14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e12-18”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e18-24”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e68\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##Authentic Italian basil from the Genoa province of Italy. Genovese is loved for pesto, excellent for sauces and cooking. Basil aroma means summer is here! Dark green, wide, 3” long spoon-shaped leaves, heavy producer, very aromatic, edible flowers. Tall 24–30” plants. Also known as Ocimum basilicum ‘Genovese’, sweet or common basil. Tags: Color: Green, Specialty: Bolt Resistant, Specialty: Deer Resistant, Heritage: Heirloom, Season: Summer, Certification: Organic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many varieties of basil. The type used in Italian food is called sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) as opposed to Thai basil (O. basilicum thyrsiflora), lemon basil (Ocimum citriodorum) and holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) which are used in Asian cooking and medicine. Ocimum is derived from the Greek word meaning to smell, like other plants in the mint family with square stems. Basil oils have potent antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties. Delicious \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/search\/pins\/?q=basil%20recipes\"\u003ebasil recipes.\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"150 Seeds","offer_id":1060670972,"sku":"13042","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 Seeds","offer_id":39686385270826,"sku":"13043","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":39686385303594,"sku":"13044","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Genovese_4f0fc325-b543-407a-bcdd-3b72e81b4b73.jpg?v=1496959263"},{"product_id":"baloso-napolatano-basil","title":"Balloso Napolatano basil","description":"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu4\"\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW BASIL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eStart indoors 6 weeks before last frost, plant out 1 week after frost. In warmer climates, directly sow in a sunny location when soil temps are above 60-65˚F, tender annual. Requires bottom heat. If evening greenhouse air temperatures dip below 50˚F, domed clear covering may be needed to initiate germination, then remove covering. Pinch branch buds to encourage further branching, leaf production and prevent bolting. Dry herb bunches by hanging from ceiling or lay on screens in a dark, dry, ventilated location. Harvest for drying at peak maturity when flowers are just beginning to appear, leaves contain the most essential oils at that time, after that oils are transferred to flowers and then to seeds. Soil pH 5.1-8.5. Hardiness zones 7-11. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 22,400 seeds per ounce. There are no Federal germination standards for commercially sold herb seeds. Usual seed life 3-5 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 150 feet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/4”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-85˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e7-14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e12-18”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e18-24”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e80\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##Balloso Napolatano is a sweet Italian heirloom basil from Naples. Ideal for pesto and even dolmas with its large 6” leaves. Plants grow to 3’ and are slow to flower. Does well in Zone 7b in Southern Oregon. Name translates roughly as “blistered Neapolitan” a reference to the wrinkled leaves. Tags: Type: Savoy, Color: Green, Specialty: Bolt Resistant, Specialty: Deer Resistant, Season: Summer, Certification: Organic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many varieties of basil. The type used in Italian food is called sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) as opposed to Thai basil (O. basilicum thyrsiflora), lemon basil (Ocimum citriodorum) and holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) which are used in Asian cooking and medicine. Ocimum is derived from the Greek word meaning to smell, like other plants in the mint family with square stems. Basil oils have potent antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties. Delicious \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/search\/pins\/?q=basil%20recipes\"\u003ebasil recipes.\u003c\/a\u003e##White Dog Farm##Conventional##Seed grower since 2019##\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/files\/White_Dog_Farm.jpg?v=1639376547##White Dog Farm is nestled in the Williams Valley and is home to Greg \u0026amp; Kate Stanko. We are stewards of a 5 acre farm shared by sheep, chickens, pigs and Puja, our LGD. Our passion is to nurture the earth, grow flowers and vegetables sustainably using organic practices. Correspond to whitedogfarm57@gmail.com","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"150 Seeds","offer_id":8622186949,"sku":"14671","price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 Seeds","offer_id":8622187013,"sku":"14672","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Balloso-Napolatano-basil_IMG_0212s.jpg?v=1497595810"},{"product_id":"thai-basil","title":"Thai Basil","description":"thai-basil Thai Basil \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/restorationseeds.mom\/pages\/table-menu4\"\u003eOcimum basilicum thyrsiflora\u003c\/a\u003e##\n\u003cdiv class=\"how-to-grow-trigger how-to-grow-title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHOW TO GROW THAI BASIL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon-down-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-to-grow-content\"\u003eSow seeds directly in a sunny location in late spring when nights are above 65˚F. Start indoors 4-6 before warm evenings. Pinch branch buds to encourage further branching, leaf production and prevent bolting. Soil pH 6.1-8.5. Hardiness zones 7-11. Annual.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 22,400 seeds per ounce. There are no Federal germination standard commercially sold herb seeds. Usual seed life 3-5 years. Isolation distance for seed saving: 150 feet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cb\u003e1\/4”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil Temp. Germ. \u003cb\u003e70-85˚F\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays to Germ. \u003cb\u003e7-14\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Spacing \u003cb\u003e12-14”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRow Spacing \u003cb\u003e14-18”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDays To Maturity \u003cb\u003e75-80\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMoist Well Drained\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n##Beautiful in the garden or garnishing a plate with 3” leaves, purple stems and purple blossoms. The distinctive flavor combines the distinct anise\/clove of basil with sweet spices of the East. Flavor is more stable under high cooking temps than Italian sweet basil. Also known as Asian or Oriental basil or Horapha in Thai and Hun Que in Vietnamese. Tags: Color: Bi-Colored, Specialty: Deer Resistant, Heritage: New Variety, Certification: Organic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are many varieties of basil. The type used in Italian food is called sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) as opposed to Thai basil (O. basilicum thyrsiflora), lemon basil (Ocimum citriodorum) and holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) which are used in Asian cooking and medicine. Ocimum is derived from the Greek word meaning to smell, like other plants in the mint family with square stems. Basil oils have potent antioxidant, antiviral, and antimicrobial properties.","brand":"RESTORATION SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"200 Seeds","offer_id":6037009006631,"sku":"10123","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 Seeds","offer_id":6037009039399,"sku":"15355","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0129\/8922\/products\/Thai_Basil.jpg?v=1512527585"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.restorationseeds.mom\/collections\/basil.oembed","provider":"RESTORATION SEEDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}