Densely sown sweet basil in a red party cup (same volume as a 4” pot).
Basil loves warmth and full sun. For fragrant leaves with strong aroma, grow on a sunny windowsill or transplant outdoors once nights stay warm.
For higher-yielding plants, pinch tops off just above a set of leaves; the plant will produce additional stems. Stir those leaves into tomato sauce or enjoy them fresh as one third of a caprese salad.
If transplanting, wait until night temperatures are above 50°F, normally the first week of June in NH.
Variety “Genovese.” Plant age varies, photos taken 5/17/2026.
Densely sown sweet basil in a red party cup (same volume as a 4” pot).
Basil loves warmth and full sun. For fragrant leaves with strong aroma, grow on a sunny windowsill or transplant outdoors once nights stay warm.
For higher-yielding plants, pinch tops off just above a set of leaves; the plant will produce additional stems. Stir those leaves into tomato sauce or enjoy them fresh as one third of a caprese salad.
If transplanting, wait until night temperatures are above 50°F, normally the first week of June in NH.
Variety “Genovese.” Plant age varies, photos taken 5/17/2026.