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Our ocimum basilicum Basil "Sweet" seeds produce the best-known basil herb that's used in a huge range of Mediterranean dishes. This popular basil plant is a half-hardy annual with sweet leaves that are larger than than bush basil. This classic herb is widely used in the kitchen and tastes particularly good with tomato. It can be grown in pots on the patio or windowsill, which is perfect for those without a garden.
| No. Seeds Per Pack | 650 |
|---|---|
| Sow Indoors | January - December |
| Sow Outdoors | January - December |
| Location | Full Sun |
| Harvest Time | January - December |
| Hardiness | Half-Hardy Annual |
Basil is easy to grow. Below we address some common queries:
Germination Requirements: Sow indoors, water well, and place in a warm position.
Planting Distance (Seed Tray): Sow 0.5cm (1/4in) deep.
Planting Distance (Ground): Sow 0.5cm (1/4in deep) 20cm (8in) apart.
Soil Preparation: Remove any stones from the soil and dig in plenty of organic matter.
Thinning: Wait till seedlings have two sets of leaves before thinning.
Pest Control: Deter slugs by making sure the soil is not too wet. Remove pests by using organic sprays, traps, or screen mesh.
Watering Requirements: Water regularly and consistently.
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As hybrids are produced from two specially selected varieties, the quality is more consistent, with a higher germination rate and improved cropping. But, as they require time, resources and know-how to create, they come to the market at a higher cost. They are also genetically unstable, and so if you keep the seeds from the resultant crop, performance is usually poor. Open Pollinated seeds are highly diverse and have often been grown for successfully for decades. Seeds from the resultant crop are usually perform well.
Annual, Biennial and PerennialAnnual plants complete their life cycle within a year, biennials in two years (usually only flowering in the second year) and perennials can live on indefinitely.
Hardy, Half-Hardy and TenderHardy and half-hardy plants can survive a light frost, but the latter are best moved indoors during periods of bad weather. Tender plants must be kept indoors, until after the last frost.
We believe that anyone, regardless of ability can successfully grow their own plants at home, and do so in an eco-friendly and sustainable way.
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