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Basil Sweet Italian Classic Herb Seeds
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Basil Sweet Italian Classic Herb Seeds

$2.99$44.99

  • Grow as a herb or microgreens.
  • Large leaf Italian variety.
  • Aromatic & sweet flavour.
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Basil Sweet Italian Classic Herb Seeds

  • Sweet Genovese variety.
  • Classic basil used in Italian cuisine, including pesto, pizza, and pasta.
  • Large leaves (3 – 4 cm).
  • Easy to grow from seed.

How to Grow Basil Herbs

  • Space plants  30 cm.
  • Space rows: 30 – 50 cm.
  • Sowing depth: 0.5 cm.
  • Soil temperature: 18 – 35 degrees Celsius.
  • Maturity: 60 – 80 days.
  • Tropics: Plant all year.
  • Subtropics: Aug – Jan.
  • Mild climate: Sept – Dec.
  • Frost & cold climate: Sept – Jan.
  • Keep well watered. Moist, well-drained soil.

How to Grow Basil Microgreens

  • Do not pre-soak seeds.
  • Moisten soil, flatten 3-4 cm soil in tray.
  • Cover for 4-6 days with tray lid. Store in well ventilated area away from light until the seeds germinate. Lightly water 1-2 times daily.
  • Uncover and place in light. Water 1-2 times daily.
  • Harvest time: Approximately 12-16 days.

 

Additional information

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Size

Packet, 5 grams, 10 grams, 25 grams, 50 grams, 100 grams, 250 grams, 400 grams, 1 kg

Product Specifications

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

  • Botanical name: Ocimum Basilicum
  • Variety: Sweet basil (heirloom)
  • Non-GMO.
  • Open-pollinated.
  • No chemical treatment.
  • We do not ship to Tasmania due to quarantine restrictions.