Prospera DMR

Family: Lamiaceae Herb

Prospera DMR Genovese Basil arrives with an aromatic rush—cool, sweet, and unmistakably basil-green—followed by tender, velvety leaves that hold their shape with a lush, upright habit.

At about 45 days, the plants build abundant, medium-large foliage with a clean, bright flavor profile that shines in fresh sprigs and becomes wonderfully fragrant when warmed. Grow Prospera DMR for fragrant bunches that inspire pesto-style sauces, herb-forward garnishes, and quick pick-me-up infusions.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 45 DaysHabit: Upright

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 28th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 20th
Harvest Begins	Aug 4th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	45
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Prospera DMRs Genovese-style sweetness and velvety leaf texture are built for blitzed sauces and herb-forward garnishes when warmed, the aroma jumps without turning sharp or stewing-tasting. Use it with olive oil, cheese, and citrus so the flavor stays bright, not muted.

Best Uses

pesto-style sauce where the leaves stay lush and not grainy
tear-and-fold herb salad garnish that holds its shape
quick warm infusions (hot oil or syrup) for an aromatic lift
fragrant chiffonade topping for hot pasta or potatoes

Flavor Profile

cool sweet basil aroma tender, velvety leaves bright, clean herbal finish fragrant flavor blooms when warmed

Kitchen Pairings

extra-virgin olive oil parmesan cheese garlic lemon juice mozzarella white beans

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common basil (Ocimum basilicum) pest or disease, and how do I control it?

Fusarium wilt is a common basil problem, especially when plants are kept too wet or in poor drainage; infected plants wilt and may turn yellow while stems darken. Remove and discard affected plants, avoid replanting basil in the same spot, and water at the soil line so leaves stay dry. Improve airflow by spacing plants properly and use fresh potting mix if growing in containers.

How often should I water Ocimum basilicum during the main growing phase?

During active growth (after seedlings are established), keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged—aim for watering when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry. In full sun, container basil often needs watering every 1–2 days, while garden beds may need about 1 inch of water per week split into 2–3 waterings. Water early in the day and stop if the soil remains soggy to prevent wilt and root issues.

How can I tell when Ocimum basilicum is ready to harvest?

Harvest when plants reach about 6–8 inches tall and before flowering—typically around 45 days from sowing. Take shoots by pinching or cutting just above a leaf pair, which forces new side growth; don’t harvest more than about one-third of the plant at a time. If you see flower buds forming, harvest immediately and more frequently to maintain leaf quality.