{"product_id":"basil-gourmet-mix-ocimum-basilicum","title":"Basil Gourmet Mix - Ocimum basilicum","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasil Gourmet Mix - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasil Gourmet Mix is an attractive blend of Sweet, Lemon, Thai and Red Basil varieties, offering a range of flavours, aromas and colours in one planting. The plants produce fresh aromatic leaves that are excellent with tomatoes, salads, pasta, Mediterranean dishes and a wide range of summer meals. An easy and productive herb for garden beds, pots and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacket Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpring and Summer. In warmer areas, basil can also be sown into early Autumn while temperatures remain warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun to part shade. Choose a warm, sheltered position protected from cold winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich, fertile and well drained soil. Incorporate compost or well rotted manure before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e30 cm between plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e10 to 14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest leaves as required throughout Summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly into the prepared growing position once the soil has warmed. Basil is a warm season herb and germinates best in warm conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist during germination and while plants are becoming established. Once established, water regularly during hot or dry weather, taking care not to leave the soil waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinch out the growing tips regularly to encourage bushy, branching plants and increase the supply of fresh leaves. Removing flower buds as they appear also helps keep the plant focused on leaf production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest the leaves regularly throughout Summer, taking care not to remove too much foliage at once. The different basil types in this mix can be harvested individually as they develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor drying or freezing, harvest the leaves before the plants begin flowering, when the foliage is at its most aromatic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasil grows particularly well alongside tomatoes and is also an excellent choice for pots and containers. Protect plants from cold temperatures and harvest regularly to extend their productive season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHOP SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54049328791866,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/3245\/7530\/files\/basil-gourmet-mix-ocimum-basilicum-3482713.png?v=1789259286","url":"https:\/\/www.shopseeds.com.au\/products\/basil-gourmet-mix-ocimum-basilicum","provider":"SHOP SEEDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}