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Sweet Basil Plants

$1999
  • Classic sweet basil with rich aroma and fresh flavor
  • Ellepot-grown plugs for strong roots and quick establishment
  • Warm-season herb that thrives in full sun
  • Cut-and-come-again harvest with regular pinching
  • Perfect for containers & garden beds
  • Easy to grow and highly productive

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Description

*Note - limited quantity available each week.  Dates on Shipping Schedule are when plants start shipping per zone.  Depending on availability and time of order actual ship date may vary.

Hoss will conduct a full assessment of plants before they are shipped to ensure healthy plants are shipped to you. We recommend transplanting your plugs the same day you receive them or the next day. It is the customer's responsibility to assess their own weather conditions and planting times prior to ordering, please do not order if it's too early. If plants, upon arrival, are found to be in questionable health, please email pictures to Customer Support at support@growhoss.com within 24 hours of receiving your order and we will promptly review your concerns and submission. If your plants are not watered or planted in a timely manner, they may not survive.

Shipping Schedule By Zone

Zones 3-6: Start shipping 5/4

Zone 7: Start shipping 4/20

Zone 8: Start shipping 3/30

Zone 9: Start shipping 3/16

Zones 10-11: Start shipping 3/2

Growing Information

Sweet Basil Planting & Growing Information

Plant Type: Annual

Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum

Common Name: Sweet Basil

Plug Type: Ellepot-grown plug

Sun Requirements: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

Mature Height: 18–24 inches

Spacing: 10–12 inches

USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in all zones

Growing Tip: Pinch plants early and often to encourage branching and prevent flowering. Regular harvesting promotes fuller plants and better leaf production.

Additional Information

Nothing beats the flavor and aroma of fresh Sweet Basil harvested straight from the garden. A warm-season favorite, sweet basil is essential for pesto, pasta, pizza, salads, sauces, and fresh garnishes—and it’s one of the most rewarding herbs to grow at home.

Our Sweet Basil plugs are grown in biodegradable Ellepots, allowing for quick establishment and minimal transplant shock. The strong, fibrous root system grows easily into surrounding soil, giving plants a fast start whether planted in the garden or containers.

Sweet basil thrives in warm weather and full sun, producing tender, fragrant leaves all season long with regular harvesting. Pinching plants early encourages bushier growth and higher yields, making basil perfect for cut-and-come-again harvesting.

Ideal for raised beds, herb gardens, containers, and kitchen gardens, sweet basil is easy to grow and incredibly productive—perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.