Ā Herb Basil Lime organic
Herb Basil Lime organicĀ , ‘Ocimum basilicum americanum’, combines the flavour of basil and lime that gives you and unusual, dramatic, tasty basil.Ā Ā This unusual and tasty basil will work wonders in vinegar, with fish, salad dressings, sauces, and oils.Ā Ā Desserts are a perfect addition for Lime Basil.
Cultivation AdviceĀ Ā Herb Basil Lime organic
- Sow April in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a warm place to maintain an ideal temperature of 55-60F.Ā Ā Sow in well-drained compost, just covering the seed with compost, but do not exclude light, which is beneficial to germination.Ā Ā Germination usually takes 14-30 days.
- Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle.
- Harden off and plant out 30cm (12in) apart when all risk of frost has passed.
- Prefers a well-drained soil and a sheltered sunny site. Can also be grown on a sunny windowsill.Ā Ā