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Basil collection of 6 starter plants.

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Do you love adding Basil to your cooking? This is the collection for you.

What's in this collection?

6 Basil varieties, all of which can be used in cooking or drinks.

You will get 2 of each variety.

Perfect for the cook and gardener. Pop it on Pasta, Pizza's. Chop it on fresh salad, or smash it into your avocado. Basil is the kitchen must have.

Basil, from the Lamiaccae family, is native to tropical regions from Africa to Southeast Asia and is used worldwide as a culinary herb. It's mostly used for its fresh leaves which generally have a slightly anise flavour with a strong, sweet smell and are added to dishes at the last moment as high temperatures will diminish the flavour. The leaves can also be dried although the a lot of the flavour is lost. The flower buds can also be eaten and have a more subtle flavour. Basil is classed as a tender herb and our varieties won't withstand a frost. 

* Please note if you order more than one pack of plants you will get the same pack again*

 

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Basil collection of 6 starter plants.
Basil collection of 6 starter plants.
Basil collection of 6 starter plants.
Basil collection of 6 starter plants.
Basil collection of 6 starter plants.
Basil collection of 6 starter plants.
Basil collection of 6 starter plants.
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Basil collection of 6 starter plants. - Plant information

Size: Basil has lots of fantastic varieties, most are fairly compact, so they can grow 30-50cm in height and spread.

Position: Choose a sunny space, if it is in hot midday sun, try to give your basil a little light shade. It will grow indoors and outdoors. Water your basil well, especially in the summer.

Feeding etc: Feeding - Basil requires little to no feed. In fact, too much and you can lose the flavour. Twice a year a light liquid fertilizer for basil grown outdoors.
Pruning - Pinch back leaves, this encourages plant to grow more full and bushy.
Propogation - Cuttings is an easy way to grow free new basil plants, whilst benefiting the mother plant too.

Care: Basil will need protection from wind and frosts. It prefers soil that is rich and well draining. Space them around 12 inches apart, so they get enough airflow and sunlight.