Yates - Seed Pack Basil Organic
Basil produces abundant bunches of lush green leaves with a rich fragrance and a sweet, slightly spicy flavour. A staple culinary herb, basil complements a wide range of dishes including salads, pasta, sauces, and fresh summer meals.
Fast growing and easy to establish, basil is well suited to garden beds, raised beds, and containers. Frequent harvesting encourages continuous leaf production throughout the season.
Features:
Sweet, aromatic leaves with rich flavour
Annual herb that is quick and easy to grow
Highly productive with regular harvesting
Suitable for garden beds, pots, and indoor growing
Versatile culinary use
Planting Information:
Plant space: 20cm or in pots
Sow depth: 3mm
Germination: 10–12 days
Germination (days): 11 days
Row space: 20cm
Maturity: 6 weeks
Maturity (days): 42 days
Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum
Directions for Use:
For sowing: Sow seeds directly where they are to grow. Cover lightly with fine seed-raising mix, firm gently, and keep moist until germination occurs. Thin seedlings to 20cm apart once established. Can also be grown indoors in pots placed in well-lit areas.
For growing on: Grow in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly and harvest frequently to encourage continuous growth. Suitable for indoor or outdoor growing. Protect young outdoor plants from snails and slugs.
Includes:
1 x Pack of Basil Seeds
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