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Ocimum × citriodorum 'Pesto Perpetuo' ('Pesto Perpetuo' basil)

Ocimum × citriodorum 'Pesto Perpetuo' Photo/Illustration: Jennifer Benner


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Ocimum × citriodorum 'Pesto Perpetuo' OH-sih-mum ex sih-tree-oh-DOOR-um Common Name: 'Pesto Perpetuo' basil Genus: Ocimum
'Pesto Perpetuo' basil not only produces copious amounts of leaves for cooking but also is easy on the eye. It has creamy white variegated leaves and a columnar habit. It does not flower, so nothing will detract from the foliage.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Variegated foliage; does not bloom.
 Care: Grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Pinch back to encourage bushiness.
 Problems: Japanese beetles.
Height 3 ft. to 6 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Fragrant Foliage; Showy Foliage
Foliage Color Variegated Foliage
Uses , Beds and Borders, Container, Kitchen Garden, Herb Garden, Suitable as Annual
Seasonal Interest , Summer Interest
Type ,Herbs,Perennials

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