Ocimum basilicum 'Dolce Fresca' (Sweet Basil)
Sweet Basil 'Dolce Fresca', Dolce Fresca Basil
Adding a great Mediterranean taste to the cuisine, Ocimum basilicum 'Dolce Fresca' (Sweet Basil) is an annual herb boasting sweet tender leaves that can be used for tomato sauce, spaghetti, stews, fish, salads or pesto. It has the mild flavor of anise with a slight mint aftertaste. While most basils are grown just for their leaves and flavor, Dolce Fresca Basil is also quite ornamental in the garden as it maintains an attractive, compact and bushy shape. A popular herb for growing at home, both in gardens and containers.
- All-America Selections winner (2015).
- Grows up to 12-14 in. tall (30-35 cm) and 10-12 in. wide (25-30 cm).
- Performs best in fertile, well-drained soils in full sun. Water freely in summer. Provide a sheltered site. Basil is extremely frost sensitive.
- Harvest mature leaves for fresh use at any time. To dry the leaves, hang out of direct light, then store in an airtight container in a cool place.
- Keep an eye out for leafhoppers, aphids, slugs, snails and powdery mildews. Deer and rabbit resistant.
- Pinch out flower heads to promote bushy plant growth and to extend the plant’s productive life.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 2
– 11 |
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Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Herbs |
Plant Family | Ocimum - Basils |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 10" – 12" (25cm – 30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Photo: All America selection
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 2
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Herbs |
Plant Family | Ocimum - Basils |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 10" – 12" (25cm – 30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |