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Everleaf Emerald Towers Basil Seeds
Everleaf Emerald Towers Basil Seeds
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Pretty enough to be the centerpiece of your patio flowerpot, 'Everleaf Emerald Towers' is true to its name: prolific in leaf growth; deep, emerald, glossy green leaves; and forms an herbal tower. This cultivar holds off flower production up to 12 weeks longer than other types of basil, so you don't have to worry about pinching flowers off to keep your basil producing tender leaves.
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Variety Info
Family: Laminaceae
Type: Basil (Learn more)
Native: Probably Africa, but in cultivation for so long that it cannot be verified.
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Plant Dimensions: 24"–36" tall, 8"–12" wide
Variety Info: Deep green, glossy leaves on a columnar plant, well-branching with short internodes
Attributes: Frost Sensitive, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F, ideally 65°–85°F. Successive Sowings: We recommend 3 or 4 successive sowings every 3 weeks after initial sowing.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside. Transplant when your nighttime temperatures are above 50°F.
Days to Emerge: 5 – 10 Days
Seed Depth: ¼"
Seed Spacing: A group of 2 seeds every 12"
Row Spacing: 12"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12"
Growing Info
Harvesting: Basil flavor is best before the plant flowers. Harvest up to 1/3 of the plant at a time, leaving enough for the plant to be healthy and keep producing. Harvest prior to a freeze; basil is very frost sensitive
- Wyn G.Verified ReviewerRated 4 out of 5 starsAug 5, 2025A Slow Start, But Steady Flavor Payoff
Growing basil this season was a mixed experience. Not all the seeds germinated, and the ones that did were painfully slow to take off. I kept the soil warm and moist, but still had spotty success getting them to sprout. That said, the survivors are making up for it. Once established, they've become reliable producers, steadily supplying fresh, fragrant leaves perfect for pesto, pasta, and garnishes. I'd recommend basil for growers with a little patience. If you're not afraid of nurturing your plants through a sluggish start, you'll be rewarded with aromatic leaves all season long.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertEGEpic GardeningAug 12, 2025Hey Wyn,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your honest experience with our Everleaf Emerald Towers Basil Seeds! We really appreciate your patience with the slower germination and initial growth - basil can definitely be a bit finicky at the start, but it sounds like you handled it perfectly with the warm, moist soil. We're so glad to hear that once your plants got established, they really took off and became those reliable producers you were hoping for! There's nothing quite like fresh, fragrant basil leaves for pesto and pasta - sounds like you're getting exactly what this variety was designed for. Your advice about patience is spot on, and we love that you stuck with them through that sluggish start to get those aromatic leaves all season long. Thanks for the thoughtful review and for giving our basil the care it needed to thrive! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Tiffany J.Rated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 20, 20255 Stars
The Emerald Towers Basil was the most prolific growing, and gorgeous smelling thing of beauty grown in the garden last Spring. I have to grow it again this year. The taste is amazing and it makes the best tasting pesto. I can see that it will be one of those plants that will be on repeat in my garden year after year, God willing!!! I wish that I had more photos to share because it got quite big and it lasted into fall. I highly recommend it.
- Cee Cee C.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJul 13, 20245 Stars
I just love the Emerald Basil. Never heard of it before I saw Kevin mention it on EG. Germination for me has been 100% - and it grows so well. Doesn't seem to fall prey as easily to heat or pests like other basil varieties. Pictured is my 2nd wave of the summer - as I use basil a lot in my kitchen.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - PJ H.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJun 27, 20245 Stars
A perfect basil. Started seeds indoors March 2nd, transplanted to the garden (zone 6b) April 28th. It is now June 27th, we've just gone through a 10 day heat wave (90+) and I have had 0 bolting. Talk about slow-bolting! I'm going to be growing this one every year! Oh, also the plants look lush and it's been such a joy to share the fruits of our harvest with loved ones.
- Stephen G.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 7, 20245 Stars
Planted these last year, and they were awesome very productive and great taste!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
