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greenthumbomaha · January 5, 2017

Burpee has a new variety of Basil named "Pesto Party". It is described as being resistant to downy mildew. Late to bolt too. Expensive as a first year introduction. Could this be a renamed Elenora?

I also noticed Burpee is selling Calypso Cilantro, which is available from other seed sellers much cheaper. Is this a hybrid or OP? Can anyone say its really slower to bolt?

Any sighting for either off the rack?

Thanks, Lisa

January 5, 2017	#1
greenthumbomaha Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Omaha Zone 5 Posts: 2,514	Burpee Basil and Cilantro seeds Burpee has a new variety of Basil named "Pesto Party". It is described as being resistant to downy mildew. Late to bolt too. Expensive as a first year introduction. Could this be a renamed Elenora? I also noticed Burpee is selling Calypso Cilantro, which is available from other seed sellers much cheaper. Is this a hybrid or OP? Can anyone say its really slower to bolt? Any sighting for either off the rack? Thanks, Lisa