'Mrs. Burns' Lemon Basil (Ocimum basilicum 'citriodora') | Proven Winners New Variety 2027
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Experience the gold standard of citrus basils with Mrs. Burns' Lemon Basil! Renowned among heirloom growers and gourmet chefs as the absolute best lemon basil available, this standout heirloom features bright green leaves that release an intoxicating, sweet-tangy citrus aroma whenever touched. Unlike smaller-leafed lemon basils, Mrs. Burns' produces generous, large foliage packed with high concentrations of essential citrus oils. Its flavor strikes a perfect balance between sweet herbal basil and crisp, tangy lemon. In the kitchen, it brings unmatched zest to homemade pesto, fresh pasta sauces, green salads, poultry and seafood marinades, and infused herbal vinegars.
- 20-24 inches tall and 16-20 inches wide at maturity
- Annual except in zones 8-11, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
- Plant in full sun (6+ hours daily)
- Space plants 8-12 inches apart for best results
- Produces white flowers during summer
- Maintains green foliage spring to frost
- Great for containers, edible gardens
- Attracts bees
- Edible, fall interest, heat tolerant, deadheading not necessary
Care: Fertilize weekly with Proven Winners Water Soluble Plant Food. Pruning will encourage branching and fresh, new growth.
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