Plant pickup: Thursdays 3–7pm · Also by appointment 512.348.7570
Plant pickup: Thursdays 3–7pm · Also by appointment 512.348.7570
— Plant Nursery · Texas-Grown
$4.00
Mature Plant Size: 18-24″x18-24″
Prospera Basil is a modern downy-mildew-resistant Genovese-type variety bred to hold up where humidity and disease pressure would take down classic sweet basil, without sacrificing the large, glossy leaves and classic sweet flavor gardeners expect.
At Flying Rabbit Farm, our Prospera Basil transplants are grown to give Austin gardeners a more disease-resistant alternative to standard Genovese basil during humid stretches.
12 in stock
Moderate water needs
Deep watering 1-2 times weekly once established
Light feeding every 3-4 weeks with balanced organic fertilizer
Pinch flower buds to extend harvest
Harvest from the top down
Bred for strong downy mildew resistance, a major advantage in humid Austin summers
Aphids
Fusarium wilt (less common than in standard Genovese types)
Its downy mildew resistance makes it a strong choice for Austin’s humid late-summer stretches, when standard Genovese basil often declines
Still benefits from good airflow and soil-level watering
Transplant after last frost (mid-March)
Holds up notably better than standard basil through humid, disease-prone stretches
Sensitive to cold; harvest fully before first frost
Spring through early summer
Ideal soil temperatures: 65-85 F
Full sun
Minimum 6-8 hours daily
12-18 inches apart
Adequate spacing improves airflow and reduces disease
Well-draining, fertile soil
Compost-amended beds preferred
pH 6.0-7.0
Water deeply immediately after transplanting
Keep soil evenly moist until established
Basil is generally considered non-toxic to:
However:
Large quantities may cause mild digestive upset.
Avoid use of chemical pesticides or fertilizers around pets.
