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(Ocimum basilicum) 

Approx 200 Heirloom Basil Sweet Italian seeds, in a zip lock bag with kraft paper envelope (see picture). Includes grow notes and free delivery.

Sweet Italian Basil x 200 seeds

(Ocimum basilicum) 

Popular culinary herb with large green aromatic leaves. A must have in every garden. Leaves are used in salads, with tomatoes, in pasta sauces, with vegetables, in soups and in meat and poultry stuffing. Harvest leaves weekly used fresh or dried.

Tropical Apr - Sept

Warm/Temperate Sept-Apr

Cool/Highland Oct-Mar

Position Full sun, well-drained soil

Sow Direct or transplant

Space 30-40cm

Depth 0.5cm

Soil Temp 18-30 deg

Germ 5-10 days

Harvest 70 days or as needed

Tips

Sow after frost or indoors 6 weeks before last frost. Mulch with compost to retain soil moisture and prune away flowers to maintain best foliage flavour. Side dress mid seasonto enhance production. Basil is easily damaged by low temperatures. In Autumn cover with plastic to prolong the season and protect from early frosts. Plant away from mint to prevent damage from common pests. Basil is a good companion plant because it repels aphids, mites and other pests. Pinch terminal buds first to encourage branching. Dried foliage loses colour and flavour. Best preserved chopped and frozen or as pesto. Basil keeps well in a glass jar covered with olive oil. 

Companion Planting

Apricot, Asparagus, Capsicum, Cucumber, Fennel, Tomato 

Please Note.

* We cannot send to WA due to quarantine restrictions*   

**Seed age, storage, climate, soil & planting are all factors which can determine germination success**  

To keep seeds viable store below 10 deg in a cool, dark and dry place.     

***No responsibility is accepted by the seller for poor germination rates or damage/lost in transit***