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BASIL Red Italian - OCIMUM basilicum
Heirloom
Stock: Out Of Stock
SKU Code: V 156
Family: Lamiaceae
Characteristics: Annual culinary herb
Seed per packet: Approx. 100
Seed per gram: Approx. 650
Attractive Italian heirloom basil that grows up to 32cm in height and has large medium rich red leaves from 2 to 4 cm long.
Similar to Genovese but with a stronger aroma and flavour. Slow to bolt
Adds colour to herb gardens and flower beds of containers.
Grow notes:
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 directly in a growing position, thin to 20cm apart
Plant space: 20cm
Row Space: 20cm
Germination: 6-10 days
Maturity: 6 weeks
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