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BASIL Persian Anise
Ocimum basilicum
Stock: Available
Family: Lamiaceae
Characteristics: Annual culinary herb
Seed per packet: 100
Anise Basil is originally from Persia, it has a decorative purple flush to its foliage and light pink flower spikes. The flavour and aroma are anise or liquorice like. Useful basil for cooking, especially Italian and Thai dishes.
Adaptable to most well-drained soil in a protected sunny position with an adequate amount of water.
Tropical: Spring-summer-autumn
Temperate: Spring to early autumn
Cold: Spring to early autumn
Sow: 3mm deep
Best sown direct in growing position, thin to 20cm apart
Plant space: 20cm
Row Space: 20cm
Germination: 6-10 days
Maturity: 6 weeks
