Herb Seeds Basil Sweet Green

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Tasting like a mixture of mint and cloves this Basil compliments courgettes and is legendary in tomato and pasta dishes.

Use fresh or dried in salads casseroles and vinegars. This versatile herb can be used as an insect repellent and companion plant for tomatoes reputed to improve the growth and flavour of tomatoes and keep most insects and bugs off most of your vegetables.

Sow these seeds from late winter to spring 1.5mm deep in good seed compost. Germination usually takes 14-21 days at 21-24C.

Transplant when large enough to handle into 8cm pots. Later harden off and plant out 38cm apart into ordinary well drained soil in full sun when all risk of frost is past.

Quantity 400 seeds

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