Mr Fothergill's 23144 Basil Sweet, Black

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£2.80

This is an aromatic herb which has many culinary uses, particularly popular in Mediterranean dishes. Average packet contains 650 seeds.

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Product Description Sweet herb basil seed by Mr. Fothergill's. Classic best-known basil. A very popular basil with large sweet leaves. Used in a huge range of Mediterranean dishes. An essential for the windowsill. Plant Class: Half Hardy Annual (HHA). Useful Information: Suitable for contained gardens; Herb garden Sow and Grow: Sow and grow indoors for all year round crops. Sow 0.5 cm (1/4-inch) deep, in small pots of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20 degree C (60-68 degree F) is ideal. Seedlings usually appear in 7-14 days. Grow on in cooler, but not cold conditions. For earlier outdoor crops, sow indoors March-May. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out into warm, well-drained soil, 20 cm (8-inch) apart, during May-July. Alternatively, plants can be grown on a light windowsill. Or sow outdoors March-May for ease, where they are to crop, 0.5 cm (1/4-inch) deep, directly into finely-prepared, warm, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Thin seedlings to 20 cm (8-inch) apart. For a continuous supply, make sowings at two to three week intervals. Harvest: Leaves are best picked immediately before use (outdoor crops from June). Hints and Tips: For maximum flavour, leaves should be added to cooked dishes at the last minute. Remove flowers to prolong picking. Box Contains 1x 650 Seeds Pack

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Weight 3 kg