Newton Basil

Description

Scientific Name : Ocimum basilicum

Common Name : Basil

Blooming Season : Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer

Plant Habit : Mounded, Upright

Spacing : 8 – 12″ (20 – 30cm)

Height : 12 – 20″ (30 – 51cm)

Width : 10 – 16″ (25 – 41cm)

Exposure : Sun

Grower Information :
Seed supplied as: Raw.

Herb Type : Genovese

Plant Habit : Upright, vigorous

Colour : Light Green

Suited For : Fresh cut, hydroponic, pot, processing, roots-on

Days to maturity from transplant : 21-30

Production Method : Field, Hydroponic

• Fast-growing variety with traditional Genovese flavour features high resistance to Fusarium.
• Unlike similar varieties, Newton does not have a licorice aftertaste, appealing to a wide range of consumers.
• Large, bright green, crinkled leaves are great for vegetable wraps and fresh chopped herbs.