Fresh basil

As bought, in the fridge3 days

In the freezerabout 8 months

After thawinguse within 2 days

Estimates for quality, not a safety ruling. What the dates mean

Fresh basil keeps for 3 days in the fridge, counted from when you buy it. That's SnapLarder's estimate for fresh basil in general. If the packet has a date, go by the packet: it's specific to that product.

Can you freeze fresh basil?

Yes. Fresh basil keeps for about 8 months in the freezer. Freeze it before the date on the packet, defrost it in the fridge, and use it within 2 days of thawing.