Four basils in one packet – Genovese, small leaved lemon basil, dark leaved Opal and purple green Ararat – make this a must for lovers of Mediterranean food. All are warmly aromatic and look so attractive.
- Aromatic blend
- Decorative
- Product Details
- How to Sow
- Tips & Advice
Sowing Time
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
Indoors |
Harvest Time
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
Flowering |
Plant Spacing
30cm (12in)
30cm (12in)
Sowing Indoors
- Sow thinly into pots of multi-purpose compost (1.3cm or 1/2 in deep)
- Cover lightly with more compost
- Put the pot in a warm place (10-15C) such as a windowsill and keep moist
Growing On
- Keep seedlings in a light position, but shade from direct sunlight
- When large enough to handle, transplant to 8cm (3in)pots, allowing 3 or 4 seedlings per pot
Growing Outdoors
- Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions for 2-3 weeks and then plant from June to August
- Allow 30cm (12in) between each groups pf plants
- Choose a sunny, sheltered spot for best results
Harvest
Indoors: January – December
Outdoors: July-October
Growing Tips
- Alternatively, sow pinches of seed in 8cm pots
- Allow plants to mature in the pots on a warm windowsill for a year round supply