Basil 'Italian Large Leaf'
Ocimum basilicum
Italian Large Leaf is a variety of Basil
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How to keep Italian Large Leaf happy
Pinch terminal shoots to encourage branching.
Harvest leaves before flowering occurs, or they will be bitter.
How to sow and germinate Italian Large Leaf
Cover with finely sieved compost.
How to transplant Italian Large Leaf
Plant out when frost risk has passed.
How long does Italian Large Leaf take to grow?
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How to harvest Basil
Companion plants for Basil
These plants will grow well with Basil:
chamomile, anise
Repellent plants for Basil
These plants will not grow well with Basil so avoid planting these within close proximity:
common rue, sage
Common Basil pests
These pests are known to attack Basil plants:
Common Basil diseases & problems
These problems and diseases are known to effect Basil plants:
When should I sow or plant Italian Large Leaf?
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Basil 'Italian Large Leaf' Etymology
The word basil means “king” in Greek – it is believed to have grown above the spot where St. Constantine and Helen discovered the Holy Cross.
Basil 'Italian Large Leaf' Folklore
Jewish folklore says that basil adds strength while fasting.
Other Names for Basil 'Italian Large Leaf'
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