'Basil - Everleaf Emerald Towers'
Ocimum basilicum

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.

Uses
Everleaf Emerald Tower is the first basil bred for season-long performance offering continuous harvest potential. It flowers up to 8 weeks later than standard basil and is resistant to Downy Mildew and Fusarium. This basil is fast-growing and has a tidy plant habit for planters, boxes or garden beds.

Harvest continually and pinch off flowers to encourage leaf growth. Use fresh or dried leaves. Emerald Tower is flavourful and aromatic – mild hints of anise with a faint mint aftertaste. It pairs well with tomatoes and is popular in pesto, salads, bruschetta or blend with vinegar in French dressing or in poultry stuffing.

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RECIPES

Everleaf Emerald Towers Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 pound angelica, lovage or fennel stems
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt* – full-fat
• Everleaf Emerald Towers Basil
• Dill
• Parsley
• Mint
• Arugula
• 3 Tbs. green onion or chives, finely chopped
• 1 medium clove garlic, rough chop
• 3 Tbs. lemon juice
• Optional – 2 tsp anchovy paste or 2-4 anchovy fillets chopped
• Optional – pinch of cayenne or other hot pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method: 1. Roughly chop fresh herbs.

2. Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth, there will be green flecks remaining in sauce.

3. Taste sauce and add salt, pepper and hot pepper according to taste.

4. Use immediately for dressing, dipping, marinating or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.