{"product_id":"greek-dwarf-basil-seeds","title":"Greek Dwarf Basil Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreek dwarf basil (\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e var. minimum) is a compact, globe-shaped basil covered in tiny, intensely aromatic leaves. These non-GMO Greek dwarf basil seeds grow into tidy little mounds just 8–12 inches tall, making them perfect for pots, windowsills, and edging. The small leaves carry a sweet, classic basil flavor with a slightly spicy edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for container gardeners, small-space growers, and cooks who want fresh basil within arm's reach on a patio or kitchen windowsill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart indoors 4–6 weeks before your last frost, or sow directly once soil warms and nights stay above 50°F. Sow 1\/4 inch deep and thin plants to 6–8 inches apart in full sun (6+ hours). A tender warm-season annual, it grows well in USDA zones 4–10; keep soil evenly moist and pinch tips to maintain its neat, rounded shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaves are ready in about 55–65 days. Because the leaves are small, harvest whole sprigs by pinching just above a leaf pair rather than picking individual leaves. Frequent trimming and removing flower buds keeps the mound compact and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe petite leaves are ideal for tossing whole into salads, pasta, and pizza, or blending into pesto and vinaigrettes. Its neat, bushy form also makes it an attractive ornamental edging plant and a fragrant addition to mixed herb containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e New to this variety? Read our full guide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/greek-dwarf-basil\"\u003eHow to Grow Greek Dwarf Basil From Seed\u003c\/a\u003e, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012854472911,"sku":"ORIHBG_05_06","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Greek-Dwarf-Basil-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266947961.png?v=1783463364","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/greek-dwarf-basil-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}