Basil

Summerlong Basil is supposed to give the biggest harvest for the longest time, which is why I chose it.

Rumor has it that if you plant basil with other things, the oils will kill most other herbs... originally it was intended for the wine barrel, but I ended up potting it separately as a precaution. The sprouting rate was horrible, only 3 out of a semi-generous sprinkle popped up. I placed the basil nearest the tomato for emotional support... rumor also has it that they are companion plants, with the basil protecting the tomato from pests.

This seedling is a 4th of an inch long.

5/16/09: In a month, the thing has only grown to 2 inches tall... those leaves are super small. I kinda figured the leaves would be, you know, more basil-sized! It smells really great though.