Basil Classic Italian (Organic Seeds)
Basil Classic Italian (organic seeds) has large spoon-shaped aromatic leaves of bright green colour.
Plot Type:Windowsill, Pots
Class:Aromatic Herb
Where To Sow: Indoors: Sow in soiless compost in trays or small pots from April and maintain at a temperature of 25°C, cover with glass until germination takes place. Outdoors: Sow outside after mid-June.(Outside sowing is not advised in the North)
What To Do Next: Prick off into small pots when large enough to handle and reduce temperature to 20°C. Grow in a rich soil and water at midday when hot to allow the soil to dry before evening. Protect plants from frost. Grows well on windowsills during winter.
Handy Tip: Remove flowering shoots to increase the harvest of the leaves.
Nutritional Value: Very rich in vitamins A & K.
Companion Plants: Asparagus, beans, beets, cabbage, chili and bell peppers, oregano, potatoes and tomatoes.
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