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A wonderful kind of basil with a pleasant lemon scent that has smooth texture, delicious lemon flavour, and mid-green leaves. The plants grow to a height of approximately 50cm and have an upright, well-branched habit. In order to maintain the flavour of the lemon, lemon basil is typically added right before serving to soups, stir fries, and curries in Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine. Fit for consumption as a salad leaf as well
Lemon basil grows well in pots inside all year round and outside in the summer. As long as plants are growing, leaves can be harvested year-round.
100g | 500g | 1kg
Sowing & Growing
To sow Basil you will need a container or a well-draining soil in a sunny location. The best time to sow is in the late spring or early summer when the soil is warm and there is no more risk of frost.
Start by filling the container with the soil, leaving about an inch of space at the top. Sow the basil seeds on top of the soil and cover them with a thin layer of soil. Water the soil lightly, keeping it moist but not too wet.
Place the container in a sunny location and keep the soil moist by watering it regularly. In a few weeks, the basil seeds will germinate, and you will see tiny seedlings emerging from the soil.
As the basil grows, you may want to thin out the seedlings to give each plant more space to grow. This will help prevent overcrowding and disease. Keep the soil consistently moist, but not too wet, and make sure the plants get enough sunlight.
Basil grows best in temperatures between 15-32°C. If the temperature drops below 10°C, the basil may suffer from cold damage.
Harvest the basil leaves when they are about 2-3 inches long, and avoid harvesting more than a third of the plant at a time. This will allow the basil to continue growing and producing leaves throughout the growing season.
Overall, growing Basil is a rewarding and delicious experience, and with the right care, you can enjoy fresh and flavourful basil throughout the summer months.
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