Basil 3 Pack
Ocimum basilicum
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Basil 3 Pack highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones all zones as an annual
Big glossy light-green leaves that are jam-packed with enticing flavor and the most fantastic aroma you can imagine! Your mouth just waters as soon as you get a whiff of fresh Basil! Nature Hills is happy to offer you a Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) plant 3-pack delivered to your doorstep! This an amazingly beautiful aromatic herb with broad, shiny dark-green cupped leaves and full of that redolent fragrance and delectable flavor!
The summer brings green flower spikes that fill with cute little white blossoms for the bees and butterflies. It's recommended to pinch these off to encourage new growth and more leaves, so go ahead and sprinkle the blooms into your salad or use them to garnish summer drinks! They're edible and have a mild flavor similar to the leaves. Pinching back your plants just means you have lots of trimmings to use in pesto and beyond!
Annual Basil is one of the easiest plants for a new gardener to catch the gardening bug with! Sweet Basil forms a compact and upright bushy form that readily fits into any sunny spot in the garden, greenhouse, or windowsill! Low maintenance and so versatile in the kitchen, we're sure you'll find hundreds of uses for this beautiful plant and its flavorful foliage!
Planting and Application:
These annual accents are fantastic Herb and Kitchen Garden plants! Tuck into the Vegetable garden as a companion plant for Potatoes, Root vegetables, Peppers, and Tomatoes. The highly aromatic leaves ward off pests and attract pollinators. Basil also deters insects like Japanese beetles and worms.
Lush, fragrant, and perfectly sized for tucking into empty spots throughout the Perennial and Cottage garden, and in sunny beds and borders! These rich green leaves provide inviting aromas and flavors! Container and planter gardens on porches and patios, balconies, and windowsill gardens in the sun all accommodate this smaller-sized plant with ease!
- White Flower Spikes for Pollinators
- Extra-Large Cupped Rich Green Foliage
- Incredibly Aromatic & Flavorful
- Ornamental Bushy Annual Herb
- Containers & Planters Indoors & Out
- Great for Herb & Kitchen Gardens, Fresh & Dried, Cooking & Sauces
#ProPlantTips For Care
Provide a well-drained, fertile, and full sun site for the best results and most growth! Sweet Basil needs pinched back or harvested often to encourage branching and new growth, and removing flowers, that despite being cute and good for bees, tend to slow the growth of the highly sought-after leaves for your many culinary needs.
- Full Sun & Touch of Afternoon Shade in Hot Climates
- Moderately Consistently Moist Soil
- Regular Fertilizer
- Harvest Before Frost & Dry for Winter Use
- Easy Care Annual Herb
Great gifts and easy-care annual herbs, the Basil plant 3-pack is a fantastic addition jam-packed to the brim with flavor and aroma! Order your own for your garden this year before they're gone! Check out this and more exciting herb plant multi-packs now available at NatureHills.com!
