Disease-Resistant Sweet Italian Flavor for Reliable Harvests
'Rutger's Devotion' features large, glossy green leaves with classic sweet Italian flavor and exceptional disease resistance to downy mildew. This vigorous variety grows 18-24 inches tall and wide, producing abundant aromatic foliage throughout the growing season. The plants maintain excellent performance even in challenging conditions. These plants thrive in full sun and warm weather, requiring consistent moisture for best growth. The flavorful leaves are perfect for fresh use in pesto, caprese salads, pasta dishes, and Italian cuisine. Perfect for adding reliable performance and classic sweet flavor to herb gardens and containers.
Key Features
Disease resistant – Exceptional resistance to downy mildew
Classic sweet Italian flavor – Traditional taste perfect for Italian dishes
Large glossy leaves – Abundant, attractive foliage
Vigorous growth – 18-24 inches tall and wide
Heat loving – Thrives in warm weather
Reliable performance – Maintains quality in challenging conditions
Growing Tips
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil after all danger of frost has passed. Space plants 18-24 inches apart. Water regularly to keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Pinch growing tips regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent flowering. Harvest leaves as needed throughout the season. Bring indoors before first frost or treat as an annual.
Container Size: 4" Pot Mature Size: 18-24" tall and wide Light: Full sun Water: Moderate, keep consistently moist Hardiness: Annual, frost sensitive Special Feature: Disease resistant, classic sweet flavor, reliable performance
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