Herb Basil Licorice
Herb Basil Licorice. A very aromatic variety with an upright habit growing to 12in tall outdoors or slightly smaller if pot grown on a windowsill. Stems and leaves develop a purple colouring as they mature with pink purple attractive flowers. Best in salads, emphasising the purple leaves, in stir-fries, or on pasta where its subtle flavour can be appreciated. Commonly used Vietnamese and Thai cooking.
Cultivation Advice Herb Basil Licorice
- Sow in a location with full sun (or Partial Shade) outdoors after all danger of frost and when it is warm.
- Basil can be planted outside from early-spring through mid-summer.
- For earlier plants or out of season,
- start seeds indoors and set plants outside when it is warm, after all danger of frost.
- Cover seed with 1/16 to 1/8 inch fine soil.
- Keep soil moderately moist during germination.
- Thin or transplant when at least 2 inches tall to approximately 8-10 inches apart.
- Indoors, transplant seedlings to individual pots and set plants outside when it is warm and after all danger of frost.
- Harvest leaves continually to encourage new growth.
- Use pruned leaves or harvested plants fresh or dry them in a warm, airy place.
- If you practice companion planting, plant basil near tomatoes and peppers to enhance their growth.
- Days to Germination: 7-21
- Days To Harvest:Â 60
- Planting Depth: 1/16-1/8 inch (not very deep)
- Spacing, Row: 12-18 inches
- Spacing, Plant: 8-10 inches
- Light:Â Full Sun (or Partial Shade)
