Pesto Perpetuo Basil
Ocimum x citriodorum 'Pesto Perpetuo' P.P.# 16260
Striking tricolor foliage displays deep green strokes across the lime center with a creamy white edge around each leaf. Great in the garden and the kitchen: The taste is pure sweet basil; a superb pesto or an impressive garnish.
| Key feature: | Edible |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Garden styles: | Cottage, Mediterranean |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 11 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate grower to 14 to 18 in. tall, 24 to 30 in. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, Edible |
| Blooms: | Valued for foliage. |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 6402 |
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Striking tricolor foliage displays deep green strokes across the lime center with a creamy white edge around each leaf. Great in the garden and the kitchen: The taste is pure sweet basil; a superb pesto or an impressive garnish.
| Key feature: | Edible |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Garden styles: | Cottage, Mediterranean |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 11 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate grower to 14 to 18 in. tall, 24 to 30 in. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, Edible |
| Blooms: | Valued for foliage. |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 6402 |
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