Rutgers Obsession

Sweet Basil

Ocimum basilicum

XOCIMRUO

We are no longer growing this variety but have kept this page as a reference. We invite you to explore the other varieties we are growing.

This is an excellent sweet basil with a pleasant Italian aroma and flavor and slight spicy notes. The Rutgers Series is resistant to downy mildew.

Collection: None
Features: Not Preferred by Deer

Genus
Ocimum
Plant Type
Edible
Exposure
Sun
Season of Interest
Summer
Hardiness
Annual
Width
14-16"
Height
22-26"
Habit
Clumping
Water Needs
Water regularly - allow soil to dry down between waterings

Genus

Ocimum
Plant Type

Edible
Exposure

Sun
Season of Interest

Summer
Hardiness

Annual
Width

14-16"
Height

22-26"
Habit

Clumping
Foliage Color
Flower Color
Water Needs

Water regularly - allow soil to dry down between waterings
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