Is there a more classic summer pairing than homegrown tomatoes and basil? Whether you love bruschetta or prefer caprese salad, Presto Pesto Basil makes a terrific addition to your summer garden or containers. With the classic subtle, peppery flavor of Genovese Basil but in a compact variety, it's the perfect herb to grow in small spaces or container gardens. Plus, the compact plant produces loads of fresh basil, ideal for making batches of pesto or drying to use in recipes during the winter. Keep a container of Presto Pesto Basil near your kitchen for a quick harvest while you cook. Plant in full sun after last frost in spring, 10 to 12 inches apart. Plant reaches 13 to 14 inches tall.
Classic flavor of Genovese Basil in a compact plant
Subtle, peppery flavor
Perfect for containers
Delicious fresh, dried, or in recipes
Great paired with tomatoes in caprese salad or bruschetta